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Elaine is caring for two girls in middle school. She has also begun to assume care duties for her mother, who is in the early stages of dementia. Which term describes Elaine’s experience?

A. coming out
B. sandwich generation
C. empty nest
D. midlife review

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the term that best describes elaines life is SANDWICH GENERATION.
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Answer:

B. sandwich generation

Step-by-step explanation:

"The sandwich generation refers to middle-age adults (often in their 40s and 50s) who are caring for both elderly parents and their own children."

Hope this helps! :)

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