Mr. D was friendly and active as a young adult. Now, as a 75-year-old, he enjoys visiting with his neighbors and attending a variety of sporting and cultural events. Mr. D's behavior is most consistent with which theory of aging?
A) Activity theory
B) Developmental tasks theory
C) Disengagement theory
D) Continuity theory
D
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The continuity theory suggests that personality and basic patterns of behavior remain unchanged as an individual ages. This is not a central component of the other noted theories.
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