When asked to think of "an elderly person," most people think of a feeble person who lives in a nursing home. Statistics show that the vast majority of people over the age of 65 are _____.

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According to gerontologists, the majority of people over the age of 65 are "young-old," meaning they still have good health, independence, and social connections. Only a small percentage of people fall into the "old-old" category, which is characterized by physical and cognitive decline. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. Choices C and D are not commonly used in gerontology and are not supported by statistics.

When Asked to Think of "An Elderly Person," Most People