In which of the following societies would an elderly person with infirmities be most likely abandoned for the good of his or her immediate family and the society as a whole?

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Hunting-gathering societies have limited resources and survival is prioritized over individual well-being. If someone is unable to contribute to the group's survival, they may be abandoned for the benefit of the immediate family and the society as a whole. In contrast, pastoral, horticultural, and agrarian societies generally have more resources and a greater emphasis on care for the elderly and infirm.

In Which of the Following Societies Would an Elderly Person