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Question 9 • CMS 2026-2027 Economics and Personal Finance CREDIT RECOVERY

How will an increase in the percentage of older Americans affect the healthcare field?

Answer
A
The healthcare field will create new jobs because more people will need care.
B
There will be far fewer qualified workers to fill positions in the healthcare field.
C
Fewer people will need health care, so there will be a drop in healthcare jobs.
D
Salaries will drop in the healthcare field so that businesses can control costs.

Explanation

As the share of older Americans increases, more people are likely to need medical services and ongoing care. That greater demand can lead to new healthcare jobs, making B, “The healthcare field will create new jobs because more people will need care,” the best answer.

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