The US Baby Boom Generation Has Sometimes Been Called "A Pig

question 12

Essay

The U.S. baby boom generation has sometimes been called "a pig in a python." Describe how that metaphor might help us to understand the age transitions associated with cohort flows.

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Definitions:

Schema

Cognitive structures that help individuals organize and interpret information, based on their accumulated knowledge and experiences.

Mathematics

The abstract science of number, quantity, and space, either as abstract concepts (pure mathematics) or as applied to other disciplines such as physics and engineering (applied mathematics).

Script

A predetermined, stereotyped sequence of actions that defines a well-known situation, guiding behavior in social contexts.

Cell Phones

Portable electronic devices used for communication, including voice calls, text messaging, and Internet access.