If Maintaining High Survival and Reproduction Would Increase an Individual's

question 16

Multiple Choice

If maintaining high survival and reproduction would increase an individual's fitness at any age, what is the most likely reason these traits decline with age in humans?

• A) fewer reproductive opportunities
• B) increased risk of death from childbirth
• C) DNA damaged over time
• D) increased exposure to toxins
• E) less efficient metabolism

Understand the concept of cognitive development and its relevance in middle adulthood, including the principles of plasticity and multidirectionality.

Learn about the impact of hormone replacement therapy and its implications on health during middle adulthood.

Grasp the significance of crystallized intelligence in middle adulthood, including factors that influence it and its practical applications.

Recognize the role of interindividual variability in cognitive abilities and experiences during middle adulthood.

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