Sixty-Five-Year-Old Ruth Stops Speaking to Search Her Memory for the Name

question 68

Multiple Choice

Sixty-five-year-old Ruth stops speaking to search her memory for the name of her daughter's dog, which she is confident she knows well. This is an example of

• A) metaphor.
• B) dementia.
• C) the tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon.
• D) satire.

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Definitions:

Rotor Vents

Channels or openings in brake rotors that allow for air circulation to reduce heat buildup during braking.

Lateral Runout

The measure of variation in the rotational path of a wheel, tire, or brake disc around its central axis, which can cause vibrations.

Lack Parallelism

A term possibly relating to the misalignment of vehicle wheels, where two or more wheels are not parallel to each other, affecting the vehicle's handling and tire wear.

Fit to Remain

Suitable or adequate to continue in status, position, or condition, implying no need for significant alteration or replacement.