Achieving gerotranscendence allows for an older person to
a. Live life without regret and die well
b. Reach a state of wealth and superfluous social interaction
c. Withdraw and disengage from life's many hardships
d. Become more involved with the self rather than others
A
Gerotranscendence allows an older person to have no regrets and die well. Responses B, C, and D, all incorrect, are in opposition of gerotranscendence.
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