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Terms in this set (50)As of early 2018, which states had enacted laws allowing physicians to assist in the deaths of terminally ill people? Sets with similar termsSets found in the same folderOther sets by this creatorOther Quizlet setsRelated questionsWhich gerontocracy is most common in preindustrial societies?In early societies, the elderly were respected and revered. Many preindustrial societies observed gerontocracy , a type of social structure wherein the power is held by a society's oldest members. In some countries today, the elderly still have influence and power and their vast knowledge is respected.
Which of the following terms refers to a branch of the social sciences dealing with aging and the elderly?Gerontology is the study of aging and older adults. The science of gerontology has evolved as longevity has improved. Researchers in this field are diverse and are trained in areas such as physiology, social science, psychology, public health, and policy.
Which of the following terms refers to the average life span of a country's population?The term “life expectancy” refers to the number of years a person can expect to live. By definition, life expectancy is based on an estimate of the average age that members of a particular population group will be when they die.
Which of the following terms refers to the value of all the economic assets owned by a person or family minus any debts?Wealth measures the value of all the assets of worth owned by a person, community, company, or country. Wealth is determined by taking the total market value of all physical and intangible assets owned, then subtracting all debts. Essentially, wealth is the accumulation of scarce resources.
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