A salesperson in his mid sixties is told by his peers, his family, and his boss that it is about time to retire and reap the fruits of his longtime career and his well-endowed pension fund. He eventually gives in to their persistent pressure. This is consistent with
A. labeling theory.
B. activity theory.
C. conflict theory.
D. disengagement theory.
Answer: D
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