What term describes standards of behavior appropriate for various ages?

• A. Age norms
• B. Age roles
• C. Kinship
• D. Geriatrics

Answer: (A)

Age norms are standards of behavior expected at different ages. They shape what society considers appropriate for people as they grow, guiding actions, responsibilities, and transitions—like when children are expected to learn basic sharing, when teens seek independence, and when adults take on work or family roles. These norms can vary across cultures and change over time, showing that behaviors tied to age are socially constructed rather than fixed. While age roles describe the duties tied to being in a certain age category, and kinship and geriatrics refer to family relationships and medical care for the elderly, age norms specifically capture the behavioral expectations tied to age alone.