Who is more likely to report a higher quality of life?
a) Amanda, a 64-year-old woman who is involved with her church group and also runs 5Ks regularly
b) Steve, a 67-year-old man who reads autobiographies of presidents
Consider This: Quality of life is related to activity level.
LO 12.2: List distinct parameters that classify individual life
c) June, a 68-year-old woman who has given up knitting due to arthritis
Consider This: Quality of life is related to activity level.
LO 12.2: List distinct parameters that classify individual life
d) Martin, a 70-year-old man who has retired and maintains his vegetable gardens
Consider This: Quality of life is related to activity level.
LO 12.2: List distinct parameters that classify individual life
ANS: a
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