Which of the following statements is true of the socioemotional selectivity theory?
A. Older adults gain a sense of meaning by focusing on satisfying relationships and activities in the present.
B. Younger adults embrace the present moment with increasing vitality.
C. Younger adults tend to be selective in their social interactions in to maximize positive, meaningful experiences.
D. Unlike younger adults, older adults tend to be preoccupied with the future.
Answer: A
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