Dementia Occurs In_____of the Elderly Over Age 65

question 47

Multiple Choice

Dementia occurs in_____of the elderly over age 65.

• A) less than 10%.
• B) about 15-20%.
• C) 50-60%.
• D) over 85%.

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Definitions:

Algorithms

Fixed, step-by-step procedures for solving problems or completing tasks, often used in computing and mathematical operations for guaranteed solutions.

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making, not always leading to the most accurate conclusions.

Shortcut Strategies

Methods or techniques used to solve problems or make decisions more efficiently by reducing the cognitive load.

Inductive Reasoning

A method of reasoning in which conclusions are drawn from specific examples or evidence, moving from the particular to the general.