Aging as a Function of Larger Societal Political, Economic and Ideological

question 20

Multiple Choice

Aging as a function of larger societal political, economic and ideological changes is based on which of the following theories of aging?

• A) Disengagement theory
• B) Activity theory
• C) Life course theory
• D) Continuity theory

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Definitions:

Part-Time Work

Employment that entails working fewer hours than a full-time job, often offering flexibility but with lesser benefits compared to full-time employment.

Economic Transformations

Significant and widespread changes in the structure of an economy, often involving shifts from agricultural to industrial or service-based sectors.

Agricultural Revolution

denotes a period of significant agricultural development and innovation, leading to increased productivity and societal transformation.

Industrial Revolution

A period of significant industrial growth and technological innovation, beginning in the late 18th century, that transformed primarily agrarian societies into industrial ones.