Nan has just turned 55. She is planning to retire from her teaching job so that she can spend time traveling. She believes a new faculty member will contribute fresh ideas to the department she has served in for years. Which of these applies best to Nan?

A. modernization theory of aging
B. disengagement theory
C. double standard of aging theory
D. ageism


Answer: B

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