Asked by Reality Vlogs on Jul 04, 2024

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Which of the following is a consequence of the double standard of aging?

A) There are few romantic leads for middle-aged women actors.
B) Men are perceived as becoming old later than women.
C) A man is more likely to marry a younger woman than vice versa.
D) All of these answers are correct.

Double Standard

A rule or principle applied more strictly to one group than to another in a similar situation.

Romantic Leads

Central characters in a narrative or film, typically involved in a love story.

Middle-aged

The period of life typically ranging from about 45 to 65 years old, marked by increased awareness of aging and often a time of personal, professional, and family transitions.

  • Understand the bifurcated approach to aging and its resulting effects.
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Austin HortonJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
All of the given answers are consequences of the double standard of aging. Middle-aged women actors are often relegated to playing supporting roles or are sidelined from romantic leads (A). Men are perceived as becoming old later than women, and they are often celebrated as "distinguished" as they age, while women are expected to maintain their youth and beauty (B). This creates a societal expectation that men should marry younger women, and as a result, men are more likely to marry younger women (C).