Which of the following statements is true of the socioemotional selectivity theory?
A)Younger adults embrace the present moment with increasing vitality.
B)Old age is the only reason that spurs people to maximize positive meaning in the present.
C)Older adults gain a sense of meaning by focusing on satisfying relationships and activities in the present.
D)Younger adults tend to be selective in their social interactions in order to maximize positive,meaningful experiences.

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The socioemotional selectivity theory suggests that as people age, they become more focused on present-oriented experiences that are emotionally meaningful, including satisfying relationships and activities. This theory does not state that spurring people to maximize positive meaning in the present is only a result of old age, nor does it apply exclusively to older adults.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Socioemotional