Question 1

In 2010,_____ percent of older adults were cohabiting.

Accepted Answer

A)  4
B)  1
C)  3
D)  10E) A) and B)
F) C) and D) C

Question 2

Studies on the Big Five factors of personality found that transition into late adulthood was characterized by increases in the aspects of impulse control,reliability,and conventionality.To which Big Five personality factor do these aspects belong?

Accepted Answer

A)  Openness to experience
B)  Neuroticism
C)  Agreeableness
D)  ConscientiousnessE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 3

According to the socioemotional selectivity theory,individuals are motivated by two types of goals-emotional and:

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A)  spiritual.
B)  practical.
C)  relational.
D)  knowledge-related.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C) D

Question 4

According to recent research,severe depression in older adults was associated with higher:

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A)  extraversion.
B)  neuroticism.
C)  conscientiousness.
D)  openness.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Approximately what percentage of U.S.men 65 years of age and older were living in poverty in 2010?

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A)  6
B)  11
C)  24
D)  49E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Vashti believes that the more energetic and involved older adults are,the more likely they are to be satisfied with their lives.Thus she believes in:

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A)  activity theory.
B)  Erikson's theory of integrity versus despair.
C)  socioemotional selectivity theory.
D)  selective optimization with compensation theory.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 7

What does activity theory suggest for older adults?

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Activity theory states that the more act...

Question 8

A theory of aging suggests that older adults become more selective about their social networks because they place a high value on emotional satisfaction in their relationships.

Accepted Answer

Socioemoti...

Question 9

Adult daughters are _____ times more likely than are adult sons to give parents assistance with daily living activities.

Accepted Answer

A)  three
B)  five
C)  two
D)  fourE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

According to research,decrease in cognitive functioning of older adults was linked to:

Accepted Answer

A)  loneliness and isolation.
B)  aerobic exercise.
C)  mindfulness training.
D)  marriage.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Prejudice against others because of their age,especially prejudice against older adults,is known as:

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A)  ageism.
B)  adultism.
C)  racism.
D)  adultcentrism.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 12

Used by 71 percent of adults 65 or older and linked to improved cognitive function and reduction of depression.

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The answer of Used by 71 percent of adults 65...

Question 13

All of the following are part of the life review process EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  Looking back at one's life experiences.
B)  Evaluating life experiences.
C)  Projecting future life experiences.
D)  Interpreting life experiences.E) All of the above
F) C) and D) C

Question 14

Which of the following statements about cohabiting older adults is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cohabiting older adults were more likely to receive partner care than married older adults,as per latest research.
B)  Research indicates that middle-aged and older adult cohabiting men and women reported higher levels of depression than their married counterparts.
C)  Cohabiting older adults were more likely to have plans to marry their partner than cohabiting young adults.
D)  Older adults cohabit solely for love.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

A low level of social integration is linked with:

Accepted Answer

A)  an improved sense of well-being among older adults.
B)  a more peaceful life for older adults.
C)  poorer health and earlier death in older adults.
D)  a more active lifestyle.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Why,according to the socioemotional selectivity theory,do older adults deliberately increase the time spent with close friends and family members?

Accepted Answer

A)  They crave financial security.
B)  They want to maximize emotional risks.
C)  They cannot communicate effectively with new individuals.
D)  They place a high value on emotional satisfaction.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

It is observed that respect for older adults is greater in _____ cultures than in _____ cultures.

Accepted Answer

A)  socialistic; capitalistic
B)  spiritualistic; competitive
C)  collectivistic; individualistic
D)  religious; materialisticE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

According to the socioemotional selectivity theory,selective narrowing of social interaction as individuals get older:

Accepted Answer

A)  minimizes health-related complications.
B)  minimizes emotional risks.
C)  maximizes social isolation.
D)  maximizes financial freedom.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Name and briefly discuss Erikson's final stage of development.

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Integrity versus despair is Erikson's ei...

Question 20

Recent studies have led researchers to conclude that the emotional life of older adults is more _____ than once thought.

Accepted Answer

A)  negative
B)  positive
C)  depressed
D)  flatE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Exam 16: Socioemotional Development in Late Adulthood

In 2010,_____ percent of older adults were cohabiting.

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Studies on the Big Five factors of personality found that transition into late adulthood was characterized by increases in the aspects of impulse control,reliability,and conventionality.To which Big Five personality factor do these aspects belong?

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According to the socioemotional selectivity theory,individuals are motivated by two types of goals-emotional and:

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According to recent research,severe depression in older adults was associated with higher:

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Approximately what percentage of U.S.men 65 years of age and older were living in poverty in 2010?

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Vashti believes that the more energetic and involved older adults are,the more likely they are to be satisfied with their lives.Thus she believes in:

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What does activity theory suggest for older adults?

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A theory of aging suggests that older adults become more selective about their social networks because they place a high value on emotional satisfaction in their relationships.

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Adult daughters are _____ times more likely than are adult sons to give parents assistance with daily living activities.

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According to research,decrease in cognitive functioning of older adults was linked to:

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Prejudice against others because of their age,especially prejudice against older adults,is known as:

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Used by 71 percent of adults 65 or older and linked to improved cognitive function and reduction of depression.

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All of the following are part of the life review process EXCEPT:

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Which of the following statements about cohabiting older adults is TRUE?

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A low level of social integration is linked with:

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Why,according to the socioemotional selectivity theory,do older adults deliberately increase the time spent with close friends and family members?

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It is observed that respect for older adults is greater in _____ cultures than in _____ cultures.

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According to the socioemotional selectivity theory,selective narrowing of social interaction as individuals get older:

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Name and briefly discuss Erikson's final stage of development.

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Recent studies have led researchers to conclude that the emotional life of older adults is more _____ than once thought.

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