If Phillip is describing the young-old, he should say:
A) "They are far more likely to be healthy than the old-old."
B) "They are in their fifties."
C) "They were born during the Great Depression."
D) "They clearly define themselves as senior citizens."

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Option A describes a characteristic of the young-old age group, stating that they are more likely to be healthy than the old-old. Options B and C provide specific age or time period, respectively, and are not related to the young-old age group. Option D is a subjective statement that cannot be generalized to the entire age group.

If Phillip Is Describing the Young-Old, He Should Say