Marcus Is a Gerontologist Who Is Studying the Degree of Impairment

question 45

Multiple Choice

Marcus is a gerontologist who is studying the degree of impairment that elders face in things such as bathing, dressing, eating, or walking. He is using a common set of measures known as:

• A)activities of daily living.
• B)informal care.
• C)long-term care.
• D)formal care.
• E)construction.

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