Christopher Is an Older Adult Who Is Described as Happy

question 31

Multiple Choice

Christopher is an older adult who is described as happy, self-contented, self-centered, laid back, satisfied with what he has, and less preoccupied with productivity. What will Christopher's personality style result in as he ages?

• A) He will have a smaller number of friends because of his self-centeredness.
• B) He will have a greater connection to family.
• C) He will develop a sense of acceptance.
• D) He will experience greater despair as he ages because of his lower productivity.

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