Multiple Choice
According to the reading by Thurow, reducing government support for older adults so that they must rely on more of their own resources may have which of the following effects?
A) The young may have to shoulder some of the costs of taking care of their parents
B) There may be smaller inheritances for young people
C) The federal government will raise taxes
D) All of the above
E) A and B above
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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