The process by which people plan and make choices to control their lives is referred to as ______.

a. historical and geographical location
b. social embeddedness
c. agency and personal control
d. timing and mastery


Ans: C

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1. Brody asserts that interventions that prolong life and those that relieve suffering are not easily made at the bedside. 2. Perry and Butler argue that a more effective way to control health care costs than age-based rationing would be to eliminate the afflictions of old age. 3. According to Perry and Butler, approximately 10% of the money spent on health care for people over age 65 is spent on research that may lead to lower health care costs for chronic diseases and disabilities. 4. Consumer-directed demonstration programs show better health and safety outcomes, fewer caregivers arriving late or not at all, and better care than in traditional service systems.

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Erikson maintains that the major task of early adulthood is the challenge of

a. developing an independent identity. b. becoming self-directive. c. forming intimate relationships. d. being comfortable with isolation.

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A researcher examined how social work interns introduced themselves to potential clients. This type of research is probably:

a. Narrative analysis. b. Ethnnomethodology. c. Grounded theory. d. Conversation analysis. e. Content analysis.

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According to Erickson’s theory, at what age do children begin to develop trust?

a. Two to four years b. Birth to one year c. Four to eight years d. Eight to ten years

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