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HMS, HAG 2023 HSC 13 MC

The following graphs represent the age and biological sex of Australia's population in 2000 (observed) and 2051 (projected).

Which action would the Australian Government need to implement in 2023 to best support the health of Australians in 2051?

  1. Increase the number of staff in aged care facilities
  2. Develop legislation to regulate the use of e-cigarettes
  3. Target strategic planning to improve the health of infants
  4. Increase funding and research into Alzheimer's disease and dementia
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\(D\)

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  • D is correct: The population projections show significant growth in older age brackets by 2051, when conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia become prevalent.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Staffing aged care addresses current not future needs shown in the projections.
  • B is incorrect: E-cigarette regulation impacts younger populations primarily.
  • C is incorrect: Infant health strategies don’t address the aging population challenge shown in the data.

♦♦ Mean mark 39%.