Question 1

In the United States,which would be considered a normative history-graded influence on development?

Accepted Answer

Introduction of cell phones and iPods is a normative history-graded influence because it reflects a societal change that affects large groups of people across certain periods of time, influencing development across these cohorts.

Question 2

In the United States,which is most likely to be considered a normative age-graded influence on development?

Accepted Answer

Job retirement at age 65 is considered a normative age-graded influence because it is a common experience that tends to occur in a similar manner at a similar age for many people within a society.

Question 3

What is biological age and how is it related to chronological age?

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Question 4

According to the ecological model of aging,____________.

Accepted Answer

The ecological model of aging suggests that individuals adapt best when the environmental press (demands of the environment) is in balance with their own level of competence, allowing for optimal functioning.

Question 5

Which older adult is most likely to be found living in a nursing home on a permanent basis?

Accepted Answer

European American women are more likely to be found living in nursing homes on a permanent basis due to longer life expectancies and higher rates of widowhood, which can lead to a greater need for long-term care.

Question 6

Which event would be considered a normative age-graded influence on development?

Accepted Answer

Normative age-graded influences are experiences that are common to people of a particular age group. Menopause is a biological change that typically occurs in women in their 50s, making it a normative age-graded influence on development.

Question 7

In which year is the population pyramid graph for the United States shaped most like a pyramid?

Accepted Answer

In 1900, the population pyramid for the United States would have been most like a traditional pyramid shape, with a broad base indicating a high birth rate and a rapid decrease in each successive age group due to higher mortality rates at younger ages, typical of societies at that time.

Question 8

Name two reasons why the study of aging and older adulthood developed later than the study of childhood and adolescence?

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Question 9

Which of the following make up the largest proportion of the older (65+) adult population in the United States?

Accepted Answer

European Americans make up the largest proportion of the older adult population in the United States, reflecting the demographic composition of the country's overall population.

Question 10

Nature/nurture is an important theme in developmental psychology.Nature refers to _______ and nurture refers to ________.

Accepted Answer

Nature refers to genetic or biological factors that influence development, while nurture refers to environmental factors, including experiences and learning, that impact development.

Question 11

According to the Selective Optimization with Compensation (SOC) Model,people who adapt best to the aging process are those who _______________.

Accepted Answer

The SOC Model suggests that successful aging involves focusing on a limited set of activities and skills to optimize outcomes, rather than spreading oneself too thin or maintaining unrealistically high standards across all areas of life.

Question 12

Interest in the study of aging and older adulthood has arisen from concerns of a scientific nature,but it also stems from those of a personal and/or practical nature.Briefly describe what each of these concerns entails.

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Question 13

Older adults who choose to relocate to areas of the country where the climate is milder tend to __________.

Accepted Answer

Older adults who opt for relocation to areas with milder climates are typically in their 60s and in good health. This demographic often seeks a more comfortable living environment that aligns with their active lifestyles and health needs.

Question 14

Which is the most accurate statement about older (ages 65+) men and women in the United States at the present time?

Accepted Answer

More older women than older men live alone. This is largely due to women's longer life expectancy, which means they are more likely to outlive their spouses.

Question 15

What is the best example of a nonnormative life event?

Accepted Answer

Nonnormative life events are unusual occurrences that have a major impact on an individual's life. These events do not happen to everyone and can vary greatly in their impact. Being diagnosed with a rare illness is a prime example of such an event, as it is unexpected and can significantly alter the course of a person's life.

Question 16

Although the economic status of older adults in the United States has improved over time,which older adults are most likely to be living close to poverty level?

Accepted Answer

Hispanic American widows are among the groups most likely to be living close to poverty level due to factors such as lower lifetime earnings, potential lack of access to retirement savings, and the impact of widowhood on financial stability.

Question 17

Which factor(s) is (are) important to consider when projecting what proportion of the United States population will be ages 65+ within the next 20 years?

Accepted Answer

Both the numbers in the baby boom generation and the birth rate are important factors to consider when projecting the proportion of the population that will be ages 65+ in the future. The baby boom generation, due to its large size, will significantly impact the proportion of the elderly population as they age. Additionally, the birth rate influences the overall population structure and the relative proportion of older individuals.

Question 18

In the United States,the fastest growing segment of the older adult population in the United States is ___________.

Accepted Answer

The oldest-old age group, typically defined as those aged 85 and older, is the fastest growing segment of the older adult population in the United States, due to improvements in healthcare and technology that extend life expectancy.

Question 19

When a population pyramid graph is actually shaped like a pyramid (as it was in 1900),which of following best describes the birth rate and death rate of the population?

Accepted Answer

A population pyramid shaped like a pyramid, with a broad base and narrow top, indicates a high birth rate and a high death rate. This shape is typical of societies with limited access to healthcare and where many children are born to ensure some survive to adulthood.

Question 20

Which is the closest estimate of the percentage of the U.S.population that will be aged 65+ by the year 2030?

Accepted Answer

By the year 2030, it is estimated that about 20% of the U.S. population will be aged 65 or older, reflecting the aging of the Baby Boomer generation and increased life expectancy.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Aging and Older Adulthood