______________ Is the Study of the Nonphysical Aspects of Aging,including

question 47

Multiple Choice

______________ is the study of the nonphysical aspects of aging,including such topics as the societal consequences of an aging population and the personal experience of aging.

• A)Social gerontology
• B)Cultural gerontology
• C)Community gerontology
• D)Associate gerontology

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Definitions:

Heterosis

The phenomenon by which the offspring of two genetically distinct individuals exhibit qualities superior to the parents, commonly referred to as hybrid vigor.

Outbreeding

The practice of mating organisms from different populations or genetic backgrounds to increase genetic diversity and vigor.

Flynn Effect

The observed substantial and long-term increase in both fluid and crystallized intelligence test scores that have been measured in various parts of the world over the 20th century.

Flynn Effect

The observed rise over time in standardized intelligence test scores, attributed to various factors such as improved education and nutrition.