As Reported by Schaie, Which of the Following Individuals Would

question 90

Multiple Choice

As reported by Schaie, which of the following individuals would be most at risk for cognitive decline?

• A) Oliver, who is in good health, works as a gas station attendant, smokes, and is married to Ruby, whose major interest is in soap operas
• B) Ena, who enjoys a modest income and is in fair health, but is treated to cruises and other excursions by his children
• C) Matthew, who has concerns about his blood pressure but exercises regularly with his wife, Heather, so they can play word games while they jog
• D) Joshua, who is housebound due to a chronic illness, but enjoys reading and playing chess online with friends across the world

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Definitions:

Fluid Intelligence

Intelligence that reflects information processing capabilities, reasoning, and memory.

Intellectual Quotient

Commonly known as IQ, measures an individual's cognitive abilities in relation to their age group.

Raven Progressive Matrices Test

A nonverbal group intelligence test used to measure abstract reasoning and regarded as a good estimate of fluid intelligence.

Cultural Background

The cultural context and influences, such as traditions, values, and norms, that shape an individual's or group's identity and behavior.