CSA The Sociology of Aging 4

Question 1

Which U.S. legislation specifically prohibits age discrimination in the workplace for workers age 40 and older?

Accepted Answer

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)

Answer

The ADEA of 1967 prohibits employment discrimination based on age against individuals 40 and older.

Question 2

In gerontology, what does the term 'age heterogeneity' emphasize?

Accepted Answer

The enormous diversity in health, wealth, cognitive ability, and lifestyle among older adults

Answer

Age heterogeneity reminds practitioners that 'older adults' are not a uniform group — variability within the population is greater than between age groups.

Question 3

What is the primary sociological critique of the 'successful aging' framework?

Accepted Answer

It places individual blame on those who become ill or disabled, ignoring structural barriers

Answer

Critics argue that 'successful aging' narratives hold individuals responsible for outcomes that are largely shaped by income, race, and access to healthcare.

Question 4

The 'graying of America' refers primarily to:

Accepted Answer

The growing proportion of older adults in the U.S. population due to Baby Boomer aging and longer life expectancy

Answer

The graying of America describes the demographic shift as Baby Boomers age and the 65+ cohort grows as a share of the total population.

Question 5

Which concept refers to older adults who provide substantial financial and caregiving support to their adult children and grandchildren?

Accepted Answer

Downward resource transfer

Answer

Downward resource transfer describes the common flow of financial, practical, and emotional support from older parents to adult children — not the reverse.

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CSA The Sociology of Aging 4