Which statement made by a 78-year-old woman indicates successful resolution of the appropriate developmental task, according to Havighurst?

a. I have a hard time with my knees, so I no longer have a flower garden.
b. I joined the Senior Citizens travel club.
c. Nothing is the same since my husband died.
d. I don't get out much anymore. My friends are all dead.


ANS: B

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