Difficulties with Prospective Memory Seen in the Laboratory Do Not

question 113

Multiple Choice

Difficulties with prospective memory seen in the laboratory do not appear in real life because elders often compensate for declines in working memory by

• A)relying on external memory aids.
• B)resorting to strategies like rehearsal.
• C)using elaboration.
• D)focusing more on recognition than on recall.

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Definitions:

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobe, involved in complex behaviors including decision making and moderating social behavior.

Wild Guesses

Estimations or predictions made with little to no evidence or rationale, often relying solely on intuition.

Alzheimer's Disease

A progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive decline, memory loss, and changes in behavior.

Brain Cells

Cells located in the brain, including neurons and glial cells, responsible for processing and transmitting information.