A Challenge Faced by Researchers Who Want to See If

question 31

Multiple Choice

A challenge faced by researchers who want to see if wisdom increases with age is _____.

• A) most of the older people they want to study die
• B) there are no established ways to study change over time
• C) the definition of wisdom varies by culture
• D) it is difficult to find participants for a study that requires self-reflection

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Definitions:

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, behavior, and social skills appropriate to their society.

Assimilation

The process by which individuals or groups adopt the culture, customs, and attitudes of another group, losing their original identity.

Residentially Mobile

Refers to individuals or populations that frequently relocate from one dwelling place or community to another.

Collectivistic

A social pattern that emphasizes interdependence and the priorities of the group over individual achievements.