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Ross is 60 years old and realizes that his reading speed and eyesight are not as robust as they were when he was younger.He still enjoys participating in a book club,which requires that a new book be read every week.In order to participate,Ross now listens to the books on tape.Ross is using _____ in order to participate in the book club.

A) compensatory thinking
B) selective optimization with compensation
C) maturation of compensation
D) optimization of maturation and wisdom

Selective Optimization With Compensation

The theory, developed by Paul and Margaret Baltes, that people try to maintain a balance in their lives by looking for the best way to compensate for physical and cognitive losses, and to become more proficient in activities they can already do well.

  • Examine the effects of aging on various forms of intelligence and compensatory tactics.
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Meera Saeed AlAlawiDec 05, 2024
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