According to the text, the fact that many older people begin to demonstrate an interest in painting, music, or woodworking supports the idea that older people _____.
A) are generally very bored
B) develop an appreciation for the aesthetic
C) still have a drive for power and prestige
D) become less interested in being with other people

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The text mentions that many older people begin to demonstrate an interest in activities related to the arts, such as painting, music, or woodworking. This suggests that older people may be developing an appreciation for the aesthetic, rather than simply being bored or losing interest in socializing. The text does not mention anything about older people having a drive for power and prestige, so choice C is incorrect. Similarly, there is no evidence in the text to support choice D, that older people become less interested in being with other people.

According to the Text, the Fact That Many Older People