Question

aging populations can be a problem for developed countries because
there are fewer younger workers coming into the workforce.
most older workers demand top - level pay and full benefits.
many older people are skilled in manufacturing, not technology.
younger workers cannot find jobs when older people work longer.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: In an aging population, the proportion of younger people is lower, so fewer younger workers enter the workforce. This creates a problem as there are fewer people to support the economy, pay taxes, and fill job positions, especially in sectors needing new labor.
• Option 2: While some older workers might have higher pay/benefits, this is not a defining or universal problem of aging populations across developed countries.
• Option 3: Skill mismatch (manufacturing vs. technology) is more about industry changes rather than an aging population - specific problem.
• Option 4: Older people working longer does not inherently prevent younger workers from finding jobs; in fact, many economies have both older and younger workers employed, and job availability is more about economic factors like growth, not just older workers' tenure.

So the most accurate reason is the first option.

Answer:

A. there are fewer younger workers coming into the workforce.