What is the most likely consequence of a growth in the percentage of aged people in the Australian population? (A) Higher demand for medical services provided by hospitals (B) Better research into the effects of medication for aged people (C) Increased revenue from private patients in Australia's health care sector (D) More employment opportunities for aged people in the health care sector - HSC - SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education - Question 9 - 2014 - Paper 1

While it is important to conduct research specific to the aged population, the immediate consequence of a growth in their percentage is more likely to be substantial demands for services rather than inherent improvements in research.

Increased revenue might be a long-term benefit; however, the critical immediate effect of a growing aged population relates more to demand than financial aspects.

Although there may be job opportunities arising in the healthcare sector due to the demand, this is not the most direct consequence of the increasing aged population.