Which of the Following Aspects of Memory Loss Involving Information

question 214

Multiple Choice

Which of the following aspects of memory loss involving information processing deficits has received the most research support?

• A)Memory declines are due to changes in the ability to pay attention to and organize tasks involving memory skills.
• B)People in late adulthood have a different ability in inhibiting irrelevant information and thoughts which interfere with learning and recalling memorized information.
• C)The speed at which older adults process information is slower, and perhaps contributes to slow reaction times in retrieving memories.
• D)Older adults suffer neuron loss that inhibits their ability to hold and retrieve information.

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