In Regard to Activity and Disengagement Theories, Maintaining a Physically

question 25

Multiple Choice

In regard to activity and disengagement theories, maintaining a physically active lifestyle as we age:

• A) Runs contrary to disengagement theory
• B) Is consistent with activity theory
• C) Is consistent with disengagement theory
• D) Runs contrary to disengagement theory and is consistent with activity theory
• E) Is consistent with both activity theory and disengagement theory

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