For symbolic interactionists, which of the following are of significance when studying age?

A. physical characteristics like white hair, wrinkles, and reading glasses
B. poverty rates of elderly populations
C. how the welfare state has grown throughout the 20th century and affects retirement
D. the production of consumer products designed to be sold to aged populations


Answer: A

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