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Marilyn, who has worked as a research scientist for 40 years, voluntarily retires at 64 years of age. However, she is in good health and spends most of her time hiking, doing volunteer work at a local hospital, and dating many of the eligible men in her community. Marilyn's behavior reflects which sociological theory?

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Answer:

Activity theory

Explanation:

Activity theory is an elaboration and meta-theory or it is a framework than predictive theory. It is also called an implicit or aging theory or an aging normal theory. This theory occurs when an older maintained their relationship and communication/interaction with the society people. When older engage in activity theory they reduce their aging and enhance their lives through interaction with the people. Disengagement theory is the opposite of activity theory. These two theories are the successful theory of aging. The activity theory shows a relationship between activity positive aspects of life and life satisfaction. This theory was given by Robert J Havinghurrst in 1961.  

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