Which perspective suggests that social policies,including those affecting the elderly,are subject to dominant political and economic ideological beliefs that reinforce advantages and disadvantages in the larger society?
A)disengagement theory
B)activity theory
C)dependency theory
D)political economy of aging

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The political economy of aging perspective suggests that social policies, including those affecting the elderly, are influenced by dominant political and economic ideological beliefs that reinforce advantages and disadvantages in the larger society. This perspective emphasizes the role of economic forces and power relations in shaping policies that affect older adults.

Which Perspective Suggests That Social Policies,including Those Affecting the Elderly,are