The Roots of Ageism Are

question 27

Multiple Choice

The roots of ageism are:

• A) unfounded beliefs about older adults.
• B) normative features of aging.
• C) common characteristics of older adults.
• D) preferences for younger adults.

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Definitions:

Fornix

A C-shaped bundle of nerve fibers in the brain that acts as a major pathway for information communication within the limbic system.

Fornices

Fornices refer to arch-like structures in the body, notably the series of arches formed by the folding of the vaginal wall and surrounding the cervix.

Vaginal Orifice

The external opening of the vagina, located between the labia minora in the female genitalia.

Mucosa

The moist, inner lining of some organs and body cavities such as the nose, mouth, lungs, and digestive tract, involved in absorption and secretion.