How Is the Study of Life Span Development Related to an Understanding

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Multiple Choice

How is the study of life span development related to an understanding of life expectancy?

• A) Estimating death rates is the only reason for us to study life expectancy.
• B) Estimating birth rates is the only reason for us to study life expectancy.
• C) Life expectancy has no relation to the way we study human development.
• D) Life expectancy provides a framework for timing about stages and periods of life.

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Definitions:

Motivation Theories

A set of principles concerning what drives individuals to initiate and sustain actions towards achieving their goals.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory that explains how individuals decide to behave in ways that they believe will lead them to desired outcomes based on expectations of future events.

Goal Orientation

A mindset that focuses on achieving specific outcomes or benchmarks as a means to promote success or accomplishment.

Proximal Goals

Short-term objectives set to be achieved in the near future that help to achieve a long-term goal.