Which of the Following Are Normal Changes Associated with Aging

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are normal changes associated with aging? (Select all that apply.?

• A)Sweat glands become more active.
• B)Epidermal cell division slows.
• C)Hair follicles become inactive.
• D)Subcutaneous fat increases.
• E)Fibroblasts in dermis die.
• F)Sebaceous gland becomes more active.

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Definitions:

Fluid Intelligence

The capacity to reason quickly and to think abstractly, often considered independent of learning, experience, and education.

Short-Term Memory

The part of the memory system that is responsible for holding a small amount of information in an active, readily available state for a short period of time.

General Slowing

A decrease in the speed of cognitive processes and physical movements, often associated with aging or certain neurological conditions.

Neural Speed

The rate at which nerve impulses travel along neurons, critical for all aspects of brain function including reflexes, perception, and cognition.