Give two examples of any facts (data) on older-adults (65+) population that surprised you or you did not expect. Erber provides a lot of data on topics including: demography and population trends, Baby Boomers, residence patterns, as well facts on health, education, gender, and poverty.

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1. Give two examples of any facts (data) on older-adults (65+) population that surprised you or you did not expect. Erber provides a lot of data on topics including: demography and population trends, Baby Boomers, residence patterns, as well facts on health, education, gender, and poverty.  

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  1. Increase in Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of older adults has increased significantly in recent years. In 2020, the average life expectancy for people 65 and older was about 20 years, with many people living into their 80s and 90s.

  2. Increase in Older Adults with College Degrees: The number of older adults with college degrees has increased dramatically in recent years. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the percentage of older adults with at least a bachelor's degree has nearly doubled since the 1990s. This increase is due in part to the fact that many Baby Boomers have pursued higher education and are now reaching retirement age with college degrees.

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