Question

Identify the correct statement regarding the composition of the U.S. labor force during the projected 2016–2026 period.

A. The labor force is expected to grow at a greater rate than at any other time in U.S. history
B. The total workforce of the United States will considerably decrease.
C. The segment of the workforce nearing retirement age will hold steady.
D. Despite a small increase in the number of young workers, the overall workforce will be aging

Answer 1

D. Despite a small increase in the number of young workers, the overall workforce will be aging

Step-by-step explanation:

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that while 25 years old to 44 years old group (1 and 2) will increase in relationship with the other period, the population between 65 and older (5 and 6) will be doubled. The reasoning for this is those baby boomers which was a post-war generation when birth-rate rises heavily are aging and the following generation didn't keep the phase in the birth-rate to replace them.