Question 1

Which of the following theories holds that aging is caused by replicated errors in cells that are intrinsic and predetermined?&#10;A) Wear-and-tear theory&#10;B) Error theory&#10;C) Free radical theory&#10;D) Programmed aging theory

Accepted Answer

The programmed aging theory suggests that aging is a result of a biological timetable, similar to development, which is intrinsic and predetermined.

Question 2

Which theory of aging focuses on developmental changes that occur in the thymus gland?&#10;A) Programmed aging theory&#10;B) Cross-linking theory&#10;C) Immunological theory&#10;D) Error theory

Accepted Answer

The immunological theory of aging suggests that aging is related to changes in the immune system, including the thymus gland, which plays a crucial role in immune function.

Question 3

According to Maslow's hierarchy of basic human needs, which of the following represents the correct order of needs, progressing from the most basic, which must be met first, to the more advanced?&#10;A) Physiological/survival, esteem, belonging/affiliation, safety/security, self-actualization&#10;B) Physiological/survival, safety/security, belonging/affiliation, esteem, self-actualization&#10;C) Physiological/survival, safety/security, self-actualization, belonging/affiliation, esteem&#10;D) Safety/security, physiological/survival, belonging/affiliation, esteem, self-actualization

Accepted Answer

Maslow's hierarchy of needs progresses from physiological/survival needs, to safety/security, then belonging/affiliation, followed by esteem, and finally self-actualization.

Question 4

According to Erikson's stage theory of development, which of the following is the developmental crisis of late adulthood?&#10;A) Ego integrity vs. despair&#10;B) Generativist vs. ego stagnation&#10;C) Trust vs. mistrust&#10;D) Socializing vs. sexualizing

Accepted Answer

In Erikson's stage theory, the developmental crisis of late adulthood is "Ego integrity vs. despair," where individuals reflect on their life and either achieve a sense of fulfillment or experience regret and despair.

Question 5

Which of the following are Peck's tasks for older age? Select all that apply.&#10;A) Valuing wisdom vs. physical powers&#10;B) Ego differentiation vs. work role preoccupation&#10;C) Mental flexibility vs. mental rigidity&#10;D) Body transcendence vs. body preoccupation&#10;E) Ego transcendence vs. ego preoccupation

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Question 6

When you visit your grandmother, she often describes her own and her friends' health problems to you in great detail. Which of Peck's tasks of middle or older age best relates to this behavior?&#10;A) Ego differentiation vs. work role preoccupation&#10;B) Mental flexibility vs. mental rigidity&#10;C) Body transcendence vs. body preoccupation&#10;D) Ego transcendence vs. ego preoccupation

Accepted Answer

This behavior relates to "Body transcendence vs. body preoccupation," where older adults focus on physical health issues, indicating a preoccupation with bodily changes.

Question 7

Describe some of the key characteristics of the developmental stage known as middle age.

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Question 8

Describe some of the key characteristics of the developmental stage known as older age.

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