Compare two theories of aging. Based on what you have observed of aging in relatives and people in your community, which theory do you think is most accurate? Support your answer with specific examples
What will be an ideal response?
Answers should acknowledge the fact that the body does not wear out like a
machine but can repair itself and replace damaged cells. However, there is a
slowdown of functions. The other theories deal with cellular accidents (free
radicals), decline in the effectiveness of immune system, and genetic
preprogramming (end of cell division).
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
What is meant when the results of a research study are said to have "statistical significance?"
a. It means that the data can be analyzed with multiple statistical methods, and do not have to be assessed using a single statistical calculation. b. It means that the results have practical significance in the real world. c. It means that the results are likely to reflect reality, and did not occur by chance. d. It means that random chance is the best explanation for the outcomes.
Halfway houses and other places where ex-patients can find help and support in their efforts to return to normal lives after release from institutions are forms of ______prevention
a. basic c. tertiary b. primary d. secondary
Which statement is TRUE regarding the predictors of job satisfaction cross-culturally?
A. Predictors of job satisfaction are different across countries. B. The degree to which predictors predict job satisfaction depends on age. C. Predictors of job satisfaction are the same across countries. D. Some predictors of job satisfaction transcend countries, while others do not.