Take AARP's News Quiz: January 16


Take AARP's News Quiz: January 16

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Researchers estimate this many premature deaths in California between 2008 and 2018 were due to chronic, long-term smoke exposure, we reported.

28,000 40,000 52,000 64,000


Every ZIP code in the state is exposed to wildfire smoke each year, according to researchers.

Question 2 of 8


We talked to four professional chefs about popular dishes they don't think are worth your money when you go out to eat. Which of these seafood items were on that list?

Shrimp cocktail


Scallops Salmon All of the above


The reasons vary, with some dishes mentioned for menu cost vs. actual expense and others cited for often being overcooked.

Question 3 of 8


Egg prices have shot up again, we recently reported. According to the Consumer Price Index, the average price for a dozen eggs was this much in December:

$2.85 $3.41 $3.86 $4.14


The average price for the same eggs were $2.50 in December 2023.

Question 4 of 8


AARP Foundation has a unit that has helped more than 80 million taxpayers fill out their returns, we noted in a recent article. What is the name of the organization?

AARP Foundation Tax


Assist AARP Foundation Tax-Aide AARP Foundation Tax Helpers AARP Foundation Tax Filers


All Tax-Aide volunteers are certified annually by the Internal Revenue Service to make sure they understand all facets of the tax code.


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