MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 177: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 177
12. Which of the following best describes the populations targeted by Medicare and Medicaid, respectively?
- A. Medicare: mostly patients without employer-guaranteed healthcare; Medicaid: mostly patients who have recently immigrated
- B. Medicare: mostly patients who have recently immigrated; Medicaid: mostly patients without employer-guaranteed healthcare
- C. Medicare: mostly patients in older age groups; Medicaid: mostly patients with low socioeconomic status
- D. Medicare: mostly patients with low socioeconomic status; Medicaid: mostly patients in older age groups
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Medicare covers patients over the age of 65 (older age groups), those with end-stage renal disease, and those with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Medicaid covers patients below a certain socioeconomic level.