Associating youth with strength and age with declining powers is
A) a universal trait that characterizes all cultures.
B) common in European cultures, but not in the U.S.
C) common in the U.S., but not in many Asian societies.
D) an outdated practice.
E) a politically correct approach.

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C)In U.S.culture,youth is often associated with strength,energy,possibilities,and freedom.Older workers are sometimes viewed as having declining powers and the inability to keep pace.In cultures that value age and seniority,longevity earns respect and increasing power and freedom.In many Asian societies,the oldest employees hold the most powerful jobs,the most impressive titles,and the greatest degrees of freedom and decision-making authority.While it is not an outdated practice,it is also not a politically correct approach.

Associating Youth with Strength and Age with Declining Powers Is