Which of the following is true regarding personal space?
a. Individuals living in a Western culture need 40 square feet of personal space.
b. Direct eye contact causes a need for less space.
c. People need less space when they are anxious.
d. The elderly need more control over their personal space.
ANS: D
The elderly need control over personal space because they can become profoundly disoriented in unfamiliar environments. Individuals living in a Western culture need 86-108 square feet of personal space. Direct eye contact causes a need for more space. People need more space when they are anxious.
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