Some Older Individuals Seem to Be Less Intelligent Than Young

question 6

Multiple Choice

Some older individuals seem to be less intelligent than young adults because:

• A) young adults have had more formal training and so have accumulated a larger knowledge base.
• B) the elderly are less efficient in retrieving memories.
• C) young adults are more skilled, in general, than older adults.
• D) the elderly are less motivated to show their abilities than young adults.

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