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Many elderly people do not consider themselves as old.. This is particularly the case for individuals who
 
  a. still own their home.
  b. have grandchildren.
  c. are socially and physically active.
  d. are over age 90.

Question 2

Although she is 85 years old and in great physical and mental health, Gerta strongly believes that old people are stupid and frail. This belief provides a good example of
 
  a. plasticity.
  b. ageism.
  c. the secular trend.
  d. a delusional state of mind.



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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

b





 

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