Which theory explicitly argues that it is functional for society to remove elderly people from their roles to free those roles for others who would be more successful and productive? a. Talcott Parson's functionalisnm b. disengagement theory c. activity theory d. conflict theory e. third-generation theories

b. disengagement theory

Explanation:

The disengagement theory says that people become old or aging is a natural phenomenon and it is acceptable and natural to withdraw older people fro m personal relationships and society as they age. It is the disengagement of the aging people from active participation in the society and leaving the roles for younger and more energetic people. This theory is known as disengagement theory.

i would say b. research typically uses a variety of sources