Many older adults compensate in their environments in order to effectively cope. Or, they select a different place to live. This description fits with the

A. proactive versus docility theory.
B. congruence-environment model.
C. independent versus dependent living model.
D. competence-environment press model.


Answer: D

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The Oneida community

A) began in California as a result of the gold rush. B) was an experimental polyandrous group. C) believed in marital chastity, thus failed to survive. D) believed in a spiritual equality for all persons: materially, socially, and sexually.

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Women in the military are still considered deviant by some. How does power play a role here?

A. Men have traditionally defined gender appropriate roles. B. Women need more power to overcome prejudice. C. Women have limited power to defend their rights. D. Women do not have enough power to be soldiers.

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The average American produces about __________ pounds of trash per day, double the amount from 1960.

A) 2 B) 4.5 C) 6 D) 8.5

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