Taken together, the body of research on personal control indicates it may serve as a __________ for one's well-being in the face of declining health and other losses associated with the oldest adults.
A) proxy or measure
B) protective factor
C) stress factor
D) motivator

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The term "protective factor" suggests that personal control helps to buffer against negative outcomes, such as declining health and other losses, and thus may contribute to overall well-being in older adults. Options A, C, and D do not capture this protective function of personal control.

Taken Together, the Body of Research on Personal Control Indicates