Which of the Following Statements Is True of Activity Theory

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of activity theory?

• A) It suggests that physical and social activities in late adulthood are likely to hasten physical and cognitive impairment of older adults.
• B) It suggests withdrawal from society as an effective means to handle the challenges of successful aging.
• C) It is based on the belief that physical activity is associated with a higher mortality rate in late adulthood.
• D) It places many of the barriers to physical and social activities of older adults in social attitudes and in structural matters.

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