Question 1

List and describe the key features that influence retirement decisions.

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Question 2

Briefly describe three factors that influence a young person's choice of a career or job.

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Question 3

other social ills, poverty in old age is not equally distributed across ethnic groups or gender. Of the following older individuals, who is more apt to live his/her Golden Years in poverty?

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Studies have shown that African-American women who live alone or are single are more likely to live in poverty in old age compared to other demographic groups. It is important to note that poverty in old age is a complex issue and can be influenced by many factors such as income level, access to education, and social support systems. However, based on the information given in the question, Kaloni S. is the most likely to experience poverty in old age.

Question 4

nontraditional exit from the labor force is to retire and take a bridge job. Of the following selections, choose the one who is considered to be working a bridge job.

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A bridge job is a part-time or temporary job taken by individuals who have retired but still want to work. Jorge, a retired county sheriff, taking a part-time security guard position at a local Walmart fits the definition of a bridge job. A, B, and D do not fit the definition of a bridge job because volunteering, taking care of children, and gardening do not involve paid work or a separate employment opportunity.

Question 5

Bjorklund notes that women have even more need than men to plan for retirement. What are two reasons for this assertion?

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Question 6

of the domestic migration in the U.S. and Europe can be explained by:

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Question 7

Current research suggests that in two-job families, women continue to be responsible for and perform most of the housework and childcare jobs. Why do you think that is the case? Give as many possible explanations as you can, drawing on both theory and research where possible.

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Question 8

Esther and Harold retired 10 years ago, they moved down to Arizona, away from their children. In Longino's labeling system, their current move would be called a(an) _______.

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An amenity move refers to relocation based on the desire for a particular lifestyle or environment, often seen in retirees like Esther and Harold moving to a place with a more desirable climate or recreational opportunities, which is the case with their move to Arizona.

Question 9

single change in the last several decades has had the largest positive effect on the average income of current elderly persons in the United States?

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Social Security benefits have significantly increased over the last several decades, providing a direct boost to the income of elderly persons in the United States. This program is a major source of income for many retirees, and increases in benefits directly enhance their financial well-being.

Question 10

Your friend tells you that she is planning to switch to night shifts so that she can save money on daycare. Her husband, who owns a successful business, is not so sure that this is a good idea. Drawing upon the research, what would you advise?

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Question 11

Analyze the following statement: "The apparent increase in job satisfaction with age, evident in cross-sectional studies, is really only a cohort difference in disguise." Can you support or refute this statement? What relevant data can you utilize to support your answer?

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Question 12

Wanda is retired and enjoys the warm winters of the south and southwest but does not want to make a complete break from home. Which of the following is most likely to be true?

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Wanda's preference for warm winters and maintaining a connection to her original home suggests she has the financial means to own a second residence in a warmer climate, which often correlates with higher education levels. Choices A, B, and D do not directly relate to the described behavior or preferences.

Question 13

Holland proposed six basic personality types with corresponding work environments. Briefly list these personality types and include examples of corresponding occupational types.

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Question 14

Your father is nearing retirement and seems to be dreading it. His coworkers have told him that he will hate being retired. What can you tell him to reassure him, based on the evidence given in this chapter?

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Question 15

Compare and contrast the effect of job loss on adult functioning.

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Question 16

has incoming coming in every month from rental property he has owned for the last two decades. This source of income would be referred to as:

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The rental income from his property is considered an asset income, as it comes from an asset that he owns (the property).

Question 17

Which group of older adults has the highest rate of poverty in the United States?

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African-American women have the highest poverty rate among older adults in the United States. They are often more likely to work in jobs that pay less and lack access to pensions and other retirement benefits, leading to higher rates of poverty in old age.

Question 18

Describe how the effects of job insecurity compare to the effects of unemployment.

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Question 19

Leonard is 66 years of age and still in the labor force. Based on what you know about "retirement shunners" what would you guess his occupation to be?

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Retirement shunners are individuals who continue to work past the traditional retirement age of 65. According to research, individuals in occupations that provide intrinsic rewards such as intellectual stimulation and social interaction are more likely to become retirement shunners. College professors often have a strong passion for their work and may view teaching as a calling rather than just a job, which may explain why Leonard is still working at 66 years old.

Question 20

Why would work satisfaction rise with age? Make sure to include relevant research.

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Quiz 7: Work and Retirement