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Ross plans to major in paleontology in college. When asked if he might change his career path, he responds, “I might, but I doubt it. I’ve spent a lot of time studying my options. I’m pretty sure paleontology is right for me.” Ross is demonstrating identity __________.

Emily tells stories about people and events from her past and shares associated thoughts and feelings. Emily engages in __________.

According to Erik Erikson, __________ occurs when aging adults feel they have made many wrong decisions, yet time is too short to find an alternate route to integrity.

As Salvatore grows older, he feels closer to his siblings and more connected with his spouse. At 85, his contact with acquaintances has diminished and he is left with a few very close relationships. He is not terribly interested in forming any new social ties. Salvatore’s behavior is consistent with __________ theory.

Between ages 40 and 50, Nancy gained 20 pounds. She also began to have trouble opening tightly closed jars, and her calf muscles ached after climbing a flight of stairs. “Exchanging muscle for fat must be an inevitable part of aging,” Nancy thought. What are some preventive measures Nancy can take?

__________ aging reflects the reality that aging well involves not only achievement of desirable outcomes but also effective coping with life’s challenges and losses.

As school-age children move into adolescence, self-concept is increasingly vested in feedback from __________.

Typical young adults living at home in the United States today __________.

Mercedes and Sean, ages 68 and 70, work hard to maintain their vitality and are able to limit their age-related declines in physical, cognitive, and social functioning. Mercedes and Sean fit contemporary experts’ view of __________.

Calculate the pH of a solution that contains 2.4 × 10-3 M H3O⁺ at 25°C.