Gerontologists Elaine Cumming and William Henry noted that __________ can be functional for both the individual and society. For example, the withdrawal of older persons from the work force provides employment opportunities for younger people

a. conflict b. activity
c. disorganization d. disengagement


d

Sociology

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A. 1850s B. 1910s C. 1890s D. 1780s

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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A. Medicare provides elders with free medical care, and by 2030, the program will go bankrupt. B. Medicare reimbursed providers at a higher rate than does private insurance, and therefore providers seek Medicare patients over non-Medicare patients. C. Providers are required by law to treat a certain number of Medicare patients monthly, and they are threatening to sue the federal government. D. Medicare is funded through payroll taxes, but in the future, there will be fewer workers paying these taxes.

Sociology