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Erikson's view of later adulthood as a time when people reflect back on their lives and accept their mistakes and failings is supported by research findings that show a decline in old age in
 
  A) extraversion.
  B) neuroticism.
  C) narcissism.
  D) openness to new experiences.

Question 2

Research findings of a decline in self-esteem do not necessarily contradict the idea that self-evaluation is high in late adulthood because the results probably reflect
 
  A) a shift toward greater modesty and humility in old age.
  B) a tendency to embellish or exaggerate the truth in old age.
  C) an inability of elderly participants to understand survey questions.
  D) stereotype threat.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A



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