The Longevity Economy: Checkpoint 1

Quick checkpoint - five questions on longer lives, the silver economy, long-term care, dementia and working longer.

Question 1 of 5 Roughly what was global life expectancy in 1900?

About 32 years About 55 years About 70 years About 85 years

It has since risen to over 70 years.

Question 2 of 5 What is the silver economy?

Trade in silver metal Economic activity linked to older people's needs and spending A type of pension A banking regulation

Older consumers hold large spending power in many countries.

Question 3 of 5 Which country introduced mandatory long-term care insurance in 2000?

India Japan The United States Brazil

Everyone aged 40 and over pays premiums.

Question 4 of 5 What share of dementia's global cost is unpaid care by families?

Almost none Around half All of it About 5 percent

The share is even higher in low- and middle-income countries.

Question 5 of 5 What does phased retirement mean?

Stopping work suddenly Gradually reducing working time before fully retiring Retiring at 40 Working two jobs

It helps workers and employers manage the transition.

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