Modernization Hypothesis- Stem the Modernization Hypothesis of Ageism Proposes That

question 41

Multiple Choice

Modernization hypothesis- stem The modernization hypothesis of ageism proposes that attitudes toward older adults will be most negative in societies that:

• A)emphasize oral traditions in which families hand down collective wisdom.
• B)do not believe in an afterlife in which people can come back from the dead.
• C)value people for the amount they can produce and contribute to society.
• D)insist that older adults try to "fit in" by looking as young as possible.

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Definitions:

Norming Stage

A phase in team development where members resolve conflicts, accept roles, and establish a sense of unity and cooperation.

Social Demands

the expectations or requirements imposed by society on individuals, influencing behavior and social roles.

Technical Demands

The specialized requirements or knowledge needed to perform specific tasks or operate certain equipment or systems.

Status Congruence Dilemma

A situation in which there is a lack of alignment or agreement between an individual's status within different social systems or contexts.