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kshipps

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In colonial America, reaching an older age was viewed ________.
 
  A) as a significant accomplishment
  B) as an unusual and repulsive process
  C) as something to be avoided
  D) with indifference

Question 2

Which theory, developed by Swedish sociologist Lars Tornstam, describes the transformation of the elderly to feel more at one with the universe and more understanding in their perception of social issues?
 
  A) continuity theory
  B) gerotranscendence
  C) activity theory
  D) disengagement theory


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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


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