Which of the Following Pieces of Data Would Be a Good

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pieces of data would be a good argument in favor of the proposition that age-linked personality changes in adulthood are really the result of role changes correlated with age?

• A) Working women of whatever age are more independent and assertive than are homemakers.
• B) The majority of women studied have reported a major life transition at roughly age 30.
• C) The decreases in autonomy and independence between midlife and old age is accompanied by a loss of roles.
• D) There is strong consistency over time in traits such as extraversion.

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