Regarding Aging and Ageism, Which of the Following Statements Is

question 404

Multiple Choice

Regarding aging and ageism, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Popular stereotypes of the "dirty old man," "meddling old woman," "senile old fool," and the like help perpetuate myths about aging.
• B)In some societies, ageism is expressed as respect for the elderly.
• C)Ageism is being shown when older people are spoken to in an overly polite, slow, loud, and simple way, implying that they are infirm, even when they are not.
• D)Basing retirement on a person's age makes sense, since older workers in most occupations perform poorly in jobs that require both speed and skill.

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Definitions:

Kinesthetic

Kinesthetic relates to the perception of body movements and position, often referred to as muscle memory or the sense of body awareness.

Gustation

The sense of taste, one of the five traditional senses, which perceives and differentiates flavors.

Vestibular

Refers to the system in the body responsible for maintaining balance, posture, and the body's orientation in space.

Throbbing Ache

A persistent and often pulsating pain that may indicate an underlying condition or injury.