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In many countries, the proportion of older people is steadily increasing. Does this trend have more positive or negative effects on the society?

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Thanks to the development of technology and the increase in personal wealth and lifespan of humanity have been prolonged.
Although
 senior citizens can contribute to society, I would agree that the higher ratio of elderly population can bring about some problems. On the one hand, one problem about the ageing population is that
healthcare
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 costs will soar and imposing a burden on taxpayers.
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论据1) It is well known that most medical needs and costs occur in old age.
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This
 means that governments have to invest more
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论据2) Slowing efficiency is another problem, as the number of senior works increases. The ability to absorb information and handle work naturally declines with age.
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Many elderly people have a conservative attitude towards technology and struggle to learn how to use the latest software at work. If they choose to delay retirement, their presence in the workforce can influence companies’ productivity and endanger the whole economy.
On the other hand
, the experience and wisdom of senior citizens can be a valuable asset to society.
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论据1) People today can live healthier and longer lives since they pay closer attention to a healthy diet and sports. They can work as consultants even after leaving the workforce, and impart their knowledge and skills to the younger generation.
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For example
, some senior managers can teach young people how to manage a company and serve clients. Our society can draw upon the expertise of these older people. In conclusion, the rapidly increasing of the elderly population has put a strain on healthcare and impart output of the workforce. It will influence the economic development of a country,
although
 we can have full use of senior workers’ wisdom.
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