Which of the following statements is true concerning "functionally independent older adults"?
A) Persons in this age group have fewer natural teeth and believe that tooth loss is an inevitable part of aging.
B) Some persons in this age group have retained their natural teeth, but more of them have fixed and removable prostheses.
C) This group has retained more of their natural teeth, and they expect to maintain their teeth throughout their lives.
D) This segment of the population tends to have medical conditions that are reflected in their oral health.
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