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Massachusetts Psychology Jurisprudence Exam ALL
200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST
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Question 1
Which situation BEST meets the legal definition of elder abuse in Massachusetts?
A. A disagreement between an elderly person and their caregiver
B. Emotional harm caused by repeated verbal threats
C. A religious teaching discouraging medical care
D. An elderly person refusing help despite being capable
Answer: B
Rationale: Abuse includes acts or omissions resulting in physical harm, emotional injury, or
exploitation. Religious teachings are explicitly excluded.
Question 2
An individual is legally considered an “elderly person” under Massachusetts law at what age?
A. 55
B. 60
C. 62
D. 65
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Answer: B
Rationale: The statutory definition defines an elderly person as anyone 60 years of age or
older.
Question 3
Which of the following qualifies as financial exploitation of an elderly person?
A. Borrowing money with repayment agreement
B. Accidental loss of money by the elder
C. Gaining property from an elder regardless of intent
D. Financial loss only if intent to exploit is proven
Answer: C
Rationale: Financial exploitation occurs regardless of intent if there is substantial loss to the
elder or gain to another.
Question 4
Which situation constitutes an “emergency” in an elder abuse case?
A. Discomfort with living arrangements
B. Risk of immediate and serious harm
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C. Long-term financial mismanagement
D. Social isolation
Answer: B
Rationale: An emergency exists when conditions pose a substantial risk of death or immediate
serious harm.
Question 5
Which individual is NOT included in the legal definition of a guardian of an elderly person?
A. Court-appointed guardian
B. Temporary guardian
C. Guardian ad litem
D. Conservator
Answer: C
Rationale: A guardian ad litem is specifically excluded from the statutory definition.
Question 6
When must a mandated reporter verbally report suspected elder abuse?
A. Within 24 hours
B. Within 48 hours
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C. Immediately
D. After investigation
Answer: C
Rationale: Verbal reports must be made immediately, followed by written documentation
within 48 hours.
Question 7
Who is responsible for reporting elder abuse when it occurs within an agency?
A. The individual employee directly to the department
B. The employee to the executive director
C. Any coworker
D. The elder’s family
Answer: B
Rationale: The worker reports internally to the executive director, who then submits official
reports.
Question 8
A mandated reporter may be held legally liable when:
A. They report in good faith
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Massachusetts Psychology Jurisprudence Exam ALL
200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE THIS YEAR
Question 1
Which situation BEST meets the legal definition of elder abuse in Massachusetts?
A. A disagreement between an elderly person and their caregiver
B. Emotional harm caused by repeated verbal threats
C. A religious teaching discouraging medical care
D. An elderly person refusing help despite being capable
Answer: B
Rationale: Abuse includes acts or omissions resulting in physical harm, emotional injury, or
exploitation. Religious teachings are explicitly excluded.
Question 2
An individual is legally considered an “elderly person” under Massachusetts law at what age?
A. 55
B. 60
C. 62
D. 65
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Answer: B
Rationale: The statutory definition defines an elderly person as anyone 60 years of age or
older.
Question 3
Which of the following qualifies as financial exploitation of an elderly person?
A. Borrowing money with repayment agreement
B. Accidental loss of money by the elder
C. Gaining property from an elder regardless of intent
D. Financial loss only if intent to exploit is proven
Answer: C
Rationale: Financial exploitation occurs regardless of intent if there is substantial loss to the
elder or gain to another.
Question 4
Which situation constitutes an “emergency” in an elder abuse case?
A. Discomfort with living arrangements
B. Risk of immediate and serious harm
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C. Long-term financial mismanagement
D. Social isolation
Answer: B
Rationale: An emergency exists when conditions pose a substantial risk of death or immediate
serious harm.
Question 5
Which individual is NOT included in the legal definition of a guardian of an elderly person?
A. Court-appointed guardian
B. Temporary guardian
C. Guardian ad litem
D. Conservator
Answer: C
Rationale: A guardian ad litem is specifically excluded from the statutory definition.
Question 6
When must a mandated reporter verbally report suspected elder abuse?
A. Within 24 hours
B. Within 48 hours
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C. Immediately
D. After investigation
Answer: C
Rationale: Verbal reports must be made immediately, followed by written documentation
within 48 hours.
Question 7
Who is responsible for reporting elder abuse when it occurs within an agency?
A. The individual employee directly to the department
B. The employee to the executive director
C. Any coworker
D. The elder’s family
Answer: B
Rationale: The worker reports internally to the executive director, who then submits official
reports.
Question 8
A mandated reporter may be held legally liable when:
A. They report in good faith
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