The Life Span of a Species Is Defined As

question 79

Multiple Choice

The life span of a species is defined as:

• A)the average age at which natural death occurs
• B)the average age at which death (due to any factor)occurs
• C)the theoretical maximum age determined by genetics
• D)none of the above

---

Definitions:

Referent Power

Influence derived from others' identification with, attraction to, or respect for the power-holder.

Coercive Power

The ability to control others through the threat of punishment or the actual infliction of unpleasantness.

Agentic State

A psychological condition in which an individual defers to authority and acts on the orders of that authority, even against their own conscience.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision; in social contexts, it refers to the self-governance or independence of individuals or groups.