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Charlie

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Mr. Smith, an 88-year-old retired school principal, lives alone in his home. His neighbors have never been in his home but believe it must be dark, dirty, smelly, and without modern conveniences.
 
  They instruct the children to stay away from the house and Mr. Smith because he is a crazy old man. This is an example of
  a. Racism
  b. Sexism
  c. Ageism
  d. Patriotism

Question 2

Fat is necessary for the absorption and use of which of the following vitamins?
 
  a. Vitamin A
  b. Vitamin D
  c. Vitamin C
  d. Vitamins A and D


deja

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Ageism is systematic stereotyping of and discrimination against people because they are old.

Answer to Question 2

D
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble vitamins. Fats are necessary for the body to absorb these vitamins. Vitamin C (response C) is a water-soluble vitamin that is easily lost during cooking.


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