Race, Ethnicity, And Aging: Exam 1 Practice

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    What is the definition of life course?

    • Growth in older adults over 65
    • A direction or route taken or to be taken
    • Social transitions in a person's life
    • Persons born at the same point in time
    • A route to take to plan a future
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This quiz titled 'Race, Ethnicity, and Aging: Exam 1 Practice' explores key concepts like life course, gerontological explosion, and demographic shifts in aging populations. It assesses understanding of social transitions, factors influencing aging, and stereotypes related to ethnicity and age.

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  • 2. 

    What factors can define the life course?

    • Gender, race and ethnicity

    • Social class and economic status

    • Family and social relationships

    • Geographic region

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The factors that can define the life course include gender, race and ethnicity, social class and economic status, family and social relationships, and geographic region. All of these factors play a significant role in shaping an individual's experiences, opportunities, and outcomes throughout their life. Gender, race, and ethnicity influence societal expectations and treatment, while social class and economic status determine access to resources and opportunities. Family and social relationships shape an individual's support system and socialization, and geographic region can impact access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities. Considering all of these factors is essential to understanding and analyzing an individual's life course.

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  • 3. 

    What is the definition of gerontological explosion?

    • Another baby boom generation

    • Growth in adolescences

    • Social transitions in a person's life

    • Growth in older adults over 65

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Growth in older adults over 65
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "growth in older adults over 65". Gerontological explosion refers to the increasing number and proportion of older adults, specifically those aged 65 and above, in the population. This phenomenon is a result of factors such as advancements in healthcare, improved living conditions, and increased life expectancy. The term highlights the significant demographic shift towards an aging population and the implications it has on various aspects of society, including healthcare, social services, and retirement planning.

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  • 4. 

    What is the total number of adults over 65 worldwide and in the US?

    • Estimated 420 million worldwide 65+; today estimated 35 million in the US

    • Estimated 42 million worldwide 65+; today estimated 30 million in the US

    • Estimated 20 million worldwide 65+; today estimated 25 million in the US

    • Estimated 400 million worldwide 65+; today estimated 45 million in the US

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Estimated 420 million worldwide 65+; today estimated 35 million in the US
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Estimated 420 million worldwide 65+; today estimated 35 million in the US." This answer states that there are an estimated 420 million adults over 65 worldwide and 35 million adults over 65 in the US.

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  • 5. 

    Why will there be a dramatic increase in te number of adults over 65?

    • Immigration

    • Better healthcare

    • Increased fertility

    • Decrease in infectious diseases and death rates

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The dramatic increase in the number of adults over 65 can be attributed to several factors. Immigration plays a role as it brings in older adults from other countries. Better healthcare has led to increased life expectancy, allowing more individuals to reach the age of 65 and beyond. Increased fertility rates contribute to a larger population of older adults. Additionally, the decrease in infectious diseases and death rates has also extended the lifespan of individuals. Therefore, all of these factors combined result in a significant rise in the number of adults over 65.

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  • 6. 

    Define prejudice and stereotype.

    • Biological category to describe group based on physical characteristics

    • A standardized mental picture that is held in common by members of a group, and that represents an opinion or prejudice attitude

    • A group of people who, because of their physical or cultural characteristics, are singled out from others in the society, in which they live, for different and unequal treatment

    • To prejudge or have a negative attitude toward an entire group

    • B and D

    • A and C

    Correct Answer
    A. B and D
    Explanation
    Prejudice is defined as having a negative attitude or preconceived judgment towards an entire group. Stereotype, on the other hand, refers to a standardized mental picture held by members of a group, representing an opinion or prejudice attitude. The correct answer, B and D, is justified because both options accurately define prejudice and stereotype.

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  • 7. 

    Why are stereotypes harmful?

    • Leads to violence, discrimination, and racism

    • Affect judgment of individuals

    • Damage self-image of the victim

    • If accepted as truth, it can lead to assumptions about entire races of people you do not know

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Stereotypes are harmful because they can lead to violence, discrimination, and racism. When people believe in stereotypes, it affects their judgment of individuals, leading to unfair treatment. Stereotypes also damage the self-image of the victim, causing emotional and psychological harm. Moreover, if stereotypes are accepted as truth, they can lead to assumptions about entire races of people that individuals may not even know, perpetuating prejudice and bias. Therefore, all of the above reasons contribute to the harmful nature of stereotypes.

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  • 8. 

    Which of the following is NOT true about majority groups?

    • Those in place of social advantage

    • Dominant group

    • A low social position

    • By virtue of racial identity, receive special consideration in almost all aspects of life

    Correct Answer
    A. A low social position
    Explanation
    The statement "A low social position" is not true about majority groups. Majority groups are those who hold social advantage and are considered the dominant group in society. They typically receive special consideration in various aspects of life due to their racial identity. Therefore, the correct answer is "A low social position."

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following is NOT true about minority groups?

    • A dominant group

    • Any collective group of people that is assigned a low social position

    • This low social position reflects oppression, suppression, and discrimination that is experienced in almost all aspects of life

    • A group of people who, because of their physical or cultural characteristics, are singled out from others in the society, in which they live, for different and unequal treatment

    Correct Answer
    A. A dominant group
  • 10. 

    What is the problem with the definiton of race?

    • No agreement on how many genetic differences it takes to make a race

    • The system failed to account individual differences within racial groups

    • Those from one race may not necessarily be distinguishable from that of another

    • Definitions does not mean that one particular group has exclusive possession of a dominant gene or genes

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The problem with the definition of race is that there is no agreement on how many genetic differences it takes to make a race. Additionally, the system fails to account for individual differences within racial groups. Furthermore, those from one race may not necessarily be distinguishable from another race. Lastly, the definition of race does not imply that one particular group has exclusive possession of a dominant gene or genes.

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  • 11. 

    Define acculturation.

    • A group of people who, because of their physical or cultural characteristics, are singled out from others in the society, in which they live, for different and unequal treatment

    • Common heritage or set of beliefs, norms, and values passed down from one generation to the next

    • Socialization process which minority groups gradually adopt selective elements

    • A standardized mental picture that is held in common by members of a group, and that represents an opinion or prejudice attitude

    Correct Answer
    A. Socialization process which minority groups gradually adopt selective elements
    Explanation
    Acculturation refers to the socialization process in which minority groups gradually adopt selective elements of the dominant culture. It involves the adoption of certain beliefs, values, norms, and behaviors from the dominant culture while still maintaining some aspects of their own cultural identity. This process occurs over time as minority groups interact and integrate with the dominant culture, leading to a blending of cultural practices and traditions. Acculturation allows for cultural exchange and adaptation, fostering greater understanding and cooperation between different groups within a society.

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  • 12. 

    Which of the following does not belong in the levels of acculturation?

    • Acculturated

    • Monocultural

    • Bicultural

    • Traditional

    Correct Answer
    A. Monocultural
    Explanation
    Monocultural does not belong in the levels of acculturation because it refers to a person or group that is only part of one culture and has not adopted any elements from other cultures. The other options (Acculturated, Bicultural, Traditional) all describe different levels of cultural adaptation or blending. Acculturated refers to individuals who have fully adopted the behaviors and values of the dominant culture, while Bicultural refers to individuals who have integrated elements from both their original culture and the dominant culture. Traditional refers to individuals who have maintained their original cultural practices and have not adopted any elements from the dominant culture.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following is true regarding to the largest elderly Asian and Hispanic groups?

    • Japanese; Puerto Ricans

    • Filipino; Cubans

    • Chinese; Mexican Americans

    • Vietnamese; Mexican Americans

    Correct Answer
    A. Chinese; Mexican Americans
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Chinese; Mexican Americans. This means that the largest elderly Asian group is Chinese, while the largest elderly Hispanic group is Mexican Americans.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the following is NOT true about Blacks over 65 years of age becoming the fastest growing race group?

    • Increase in life expectancy

    • Decrease in fertility of younger groups

    • Improvement in healthcare

    • Decrease in death rates

    Correct Answer
    A. Decrease in death rates
    Explanation
    The statement "Decrease in death rates" is NOT true about Blacks over 65 years of age becoming the fastest growing race group. The increase in life expectancy, decrease in fertility of younger groups, and improvement in healthcare have all contributed to the growth of this demographic. However, a decrease in death rates would imply that fewer individuals in this group are dying, which contradicts the notion of them being the fastest growing race group.

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  • 15. 

    Where do elder Native Americans reside (2007)? Check all that apply.

    • Texas

    • California

    • Alabama

    • Arizona

    • North Carolina

    • New Mexico

    • Oklahoma

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Texas
    A. California
    A. Arizona
    A. North Carolina
    A. New Mexico
    A. Oklahoma
    Explanation
    Elder Native Americans reside in Texas, California, Arizona, North Carolina, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. These states have significant Native American populations and are known for their Native American communities.

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  • 16. 

    What the is the definiton of cohort?

    • Socialization process which minority groups gradually adopt selective elements

    • Race, class, gender, and age are all sources of inequality

    • Biological category to describe group based on physical characteristics

    • Persons born at the same point in time and have a common social history that provides structure and community in their lives

    Correct Answer
    A. Persons born at the same point in time and have a common social history that provides structure and community in their lives
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "persons born at the same point in time and have a common social history that provides structure and community in their lives." This definition accurately describes a cohort as a group of individuals who share a birth year or time period and have experienced similar social events and influences throughout their lives. This common social history creates a sense of community and structure among the members of the cohort.

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  • 17. 

    Which of the following is NOT the significance of theories?

    • Needed to prove hypothesis of race and aging

    • Establishes facts

    • Needed to guide and explain ways of thinking about race and aging

    • Provide background information on various processes, such as health

    Correct Answer
    A. Needed to prove hypothesis of race and aging
    Explanation
    Theories are not needed to prove hypotheses of race and aging. Theories are frameworks or explanations that help to guide and explain ways of thinking about a particular subject, such as race and aging. They establish facts and provide background information on various processes, such as health. However, proving hypotheses requires empirical evidence and experimentation, rather than relying solely on theories.

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  • 18. 

    Which of the following is true when conducting race as a factor in research among older adults?

    • Provides information on families who are recent immigrants

    • Determines whether the English language makes an impact on the older person's life

    • Provides important information about how cautious the researchers need to be when interpreting information gathered from English questionnaires

    • Ask if the older person was born in the US; if not, at what age did they come to the US

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    When conducting race as a factor in research among older adults, asking if the older person was born in the US and at what age they came to the US provides information on families who are recent immigrants. This helps determine whether the English language makes an impact on the older person's life. Additionally, it provides important information about how cautious the researchers need to be when interpreting information gathered from English questionnaires. Therefore, all of the above options are true when conducting race as a factor in research among older adults.

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  • 19. 

    Check the three most difficult groups to recruit for research.

    • Children

    • Men

    • Low literacy

    • Gender

    • Older adults

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Men
    A. Low literacy
    A. Older adults
    Explanation
    The correct answer includes the groups of men, individuals with low literacy, and older adults as the three most difficult groups to recruit for research. This could be due to various factors such as lack of interest or awareness, limited accessibility, or potential barriers in communication and understanding. Men may be less likely to participate in research studies due to various societal factors or personal reasons. Individuals with low literacy may face challenges in understanding the research requirements or may be hesitant to participate. Older adults may have health issues or mobility limitations that make it difficult for them to participate in research studies.

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  • 20. 

    What is the purpose of the Nuremburg Trials?

    • Came about to force drug manufacturers were required to prove the FDA (Federal Drug Administration) effectiveness of their products before manufacturing them

    • Served as a foundation for the development of professional ethics codes and governmental regulations

    • Charged to identify basic principles that should underlie the conduct of research involving human subjects

    • Out of the case against the German physicians came in 1949 which established limits to human experimentation

    Correct Answer
    A. Served as a foundation for the development of professional ethics codes and governmental regulations
    Explanation
    The Nuremberg Trials served as a foundation for the development of professional ethics codes and governmental regulations. These trials were held after World War II to prosecute Nazi war criminals, including doctors who conducted unethical medical experiments on prisoners. The trials established the Nuremberg Code, a set of ethical principles for conducting medical research on human subjects. This code laid the groundwork for the development of professional ethics codes and governmental regulations to protect the rights and well-being of individuals in research and medical practice.

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  • 21. 

    What is research?

    • Provide background information on various processes

    • Provides important information about how cautious the researchers need to be when interpreting information gathered from English questionnaires

    • Investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws

    • Generates research and research questions

    Correct Answer
    A. Investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws
    Explanation
    Research is the process of investigation or experimentation with the goal of discovering and interpreting facts. It involves revising accepted theories or laws based on new facts and applying these new or revised theories in practical ways. Research generates research questions and plays a crucial role in providing important information about how cautious researchers need to be when interpreting information gathered from English questionnaires.

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  • 22. 

    Check all that apply the TCGA (Cancer Genome Atlas) Biospecimen Collection Project.

    • Overarching goal is to improve our ability to diagnose, treat and prevent cancer in racially/ethnicity (R/E) diverse and underserved populations

    • Increase awareness/education about the importance of biospecimen collection among R/E and underserved populations

    • Used to analyze in what capacity one group of individuals differ from another

    • Increase the collection of high-quality TCGA breast and prostate cancer specimens from R/E diverse and underserved populations

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Overarching goal is to improve our ability to diagnose, treat and prevent cancer in racially/ethnicity (R/E) diverse and underserved populations
    A. Increase awareness/education about the importance of biospecimen collection among R/E and underserved populations
    A. Increase the collection of high-quality TCGA breast and prostate cancer specimens from R/E diverse and underserved populations
    Explanation
    The TCGA Biospecimen Collection Project aims to improve the ability to diagnose, treat, and prevent cancer in racially/ethnicity diverse and underserved populations. It also seeks to increase awareness and education about the importance of biospecimen collection among these populations. Additionally, the project focuses on increasing the collection of high-quality TCGA breast and prostate cancer specimens from racially/ethnicity diverse and underserved populations.

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  • 23. 

    What is/are the major problem(s) with current theories regarding minorities and minority aging? Check all that apply.

    • There are few researchers interested in the topic

    • The system failed to account individual differences within racial groups

    • Many criticize ethnic/race research as too descriptive, simple methods, lack theory

    • Few theories that actually define ethnic or race specific research particularly among the aged

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. There are few researchers interested in the topic
    A. Many criticize ethnic/race research as too descriptive, simple methods, lack theory
    A. Few theories that actually define ethnic or race specific research particularly among the aged
    Explanation
    The major problems with current theories regarding minorities and minority aging include the lack of researchers interested in the topic, criticism of ethnic/race research as being too descriptive with simple methods and lacking theory, and the scarcity of theories that define ethnic or race-specific research, particularly among the aged.

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