The Baltes and Baltes Model of Selection, Optimization, and Compensation

question 14

Multiple Choice

The Baltes and Baltes model of selection, optimization, and compensation was designed to apply to which of the following?

• A) older adults only
• B) middle age and older adults only
• C) emerging adults, middle age adults, and older adults only
• D) all age groups

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Definitions:

Reliability Tactic

Strategies or practices aimed at ensuring a system or component performs its required function under stated conditions for a specified period.

Individual Components

Distinct parts or elements that make up a complex product, system, or assembly.

Repair Speed

The rate at which damaged or malfunctioning products or equipment are restored to working order.

Providing Redundancy

The act of incorporating extra components, systems, or processes to increase reliability and avoid failure in case of a component breakdown.