This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Which of the following is true of ageism? a. It is discrimination against persons solely on the ... (Read 56 times)

kodithompson

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 566
on: Jul 11, 2018
Which of the following is true of ageism?
 
  a. It is discrimination against persons solely on the basis of age.
  b. It causes a person to fear aging.
  c. It involves the use of cultural sensitivity to address concerns of aging.
  d. It focuses on resources for the older adult.

Question 2

To what age group does the term aged apply?
 
  a. 5564 years of age
  b. 6574 years of age
  c. 7584 years of age
  d. 85 and older


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

ErinKing

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 362
Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Ageism is a negative belief pattern that influences persons to discriminate against persons solely on the basis of age and can lead to destructive behaviors toward the older adult.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The term aged refers to persons who are 7584 years of age.


kodithompson

  • Member
  • Posts: 566
Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

flexer1n1

  • Member
  • Posts: 373
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Once thought to have neurofibromatosis, Joseph Merrick (also known as "the elephant man") is now, in retrospect, thought by clinical experts to have had Proteus syndrome. This endocrine disease causes continued and abnormal growth of the bones, muscles, skin, and so on and can become completely debilitating with severe deformities occurring anywhere on the body.

Did you know?

In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.

Did you know?

More than 150,000 Americans killed by cardiovascular disease are younger than the age of 65 years.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Did you know?

Illicit drug use costs the United States approximately $181 billion every year.

Apparent and True Orbits of Alpha Centauri. Apparent and True Orbits of Alpha Centauri.
In a project on job discrimination, Pager prepared identical résumés for the teams, but with one ... In a project on job discrimination, Pager prepared identical résumés for the teams, but with one ...
Measuring Apical–Radial Pulse (Two Persons) Measuring Apical–Radial Pulse (Two Persons)
Which is TRUE about the alternation of generations cycle that is diagramed above? Which is TRUE about the alternation of generations cycle that is diagramed above?
Video: Genetic distance between human groups

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library