Some Writers Predict That the Growing Numbers of Older People

Multiple Choice

Some writers predict that the growing numbers of older people will form a voting bloc and gain control of local and national politics (and of government budgets) .

A) This assumption appears true because older people have consensus on a wide range of issues.
B) This assumption appears true because older people become more radical with advancing age.
C) This assumption appears false because people age 65 and over hold varied political beliefs and differ by social class, race, and gender.
D) This assumption appears false because older people tend to vote less than other age groups.