Which of the Following Is Generally True for People in Their

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is generally true for people in their old age?

• A) The frequency of intense negative emotions is highest at the age of 65.
• B) As people get older, most become better able to regulate negative feelings and emphasize the positive.
• C) People who have challenging occupations lose their cognitive abilities.
• D) Cognitive enrichment can prevent most cases of serious cognitive decline and dementia.

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