Question

the theory that the approach of death forces older people to drop most of their social roles is
a disengagement theory.
b activity theory.
c reorientation theory.
d gerontology.

Explanation:

Disengagement theory posits that as older people approach death, they gradually withdraw from social roles. Activity theory emphasizes remaining active, re - orientation theory is about changing self - concept in later life, and gerontology is the study of aging.

Answer:

A. disengagement theory