Percentage of Americans Aged 65 and Older
In 1900 = 4%
In 1950 = 8.2%
In 2000 = 12.4%
In 2050 = 20.2%
Based on this information, what is happening to the U.S. population?
A. Life expectancy is increasing.
B. The population is increasing.
C. Average income is decreasing.
D. The poverty level is decreasing.