Elder Abuse Refers to the Neglect Of, or Harsh Behavior

question 92

Multiple Choice

Elder abuse refers to the neglect of, or harsh behavior toward older adults. One setting that older adults may be at particular risk for experiencing elder abuse is in _____.

• A) nursing homes
• B) upper-income communities
• C) their children's homes
• D) low-income communities

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Definitions:

Resource Cost

The cost associated with the consumption or use of resources, including materials, labor, and capital in the production of goods and services.

Output

The amount of products or services produced by a company, industry, or economy in a specified period.

Labor Demand Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the wage rate and the quantity of labor employers are willing to hire.

Diminishing Returns

A principle stating that if one input in the production of a commodity is increased while other inputs are held fixed, a point will eventually be reached at which additions of the input yield progressively smaller, or diminishing, increases in output.