Which of the Following BEST Explains Why Middle Adulthood Comes

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following BEST explains why middle adulthood comes later and lasts longer now than in the early 1900s?

• A)People today have fewer children than people in the early 1900s.
• B)People today have a higher income than people in the early 1900s.
• C)People today have less anxiety in their lives than people in the early 1900s.
• D)People today have healthier lifestyles than people in the early 1900s.

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Definitions:

Collectivism

The principle or practice of giving a group's needs and goals precedence over individual desires or ambitions.

Individualist Cultures

Societies that emphasize personal achievement, autonomy, and individual rights, often prioritizing individual goals over group objectives.

Family Obligations

The responsibilities and duties that individuals may have towards their family members.

Personal Freedom

The right of an individual to make choices regarding their own life and body, without undue influence or interference from others or the state.