Which of the Following Is True of Activity Theory

question 122

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of activity theory?

• A) It states that successful aging depends on three main factors: selection, optimization, and compensation.
• B) It states that adults become more selective about their social networks as they grow older and place a high value on emotional satisfaction.
• C) It suggests that older adults should identify and reflect on the positive and negative aspects of their lives.
• D) It states that adults who cannot carry on their middle-adulthood roles into late adulthood should find substitute roles that keep them engaged.

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Definitions:

False Positive

An error in data testing in which a test result improperly indicates the presence of a condition (such as a disease when it is not present).

Expected Gain

The anticipated value or profit that results from a particular action or decision, often calculated in statistical or financial models.

False Negative

An error in test results in which a positive condition is incorrectly reported as negative.

Discrete Probability Distribution

A statistical distribution that shows the probabilities of outcomes with distinct values.