The Posterior-Anterior Shift in Aging (PASA) Is Thought to Reflect

question 88

Multiple Choice

The posterior-anterior shift in aging (PASA) is thought to reflect age-related

• A) increases in inhibition.
• B) hemispheric asymmetry.
• C) compensation.
• D) increases in intelligence.

Understand the concept of crystallized and fluid intelligence and their real-world applications.

Understand the concept of intelligence and the theoretical perspectives on different types of intelligence.

Recognize the role of environmental and genetic factors in shaping intelligence.

Differentiate among various theories of intelligence (e.g., Spearman's g-factor, Thurstone's primary mental abilities, Gardner's multiple intelligences, Sternberg's triarchic theory).

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