Executive Functions Are

question 7

Multiple Choice

Executive functions are:

• A)Cognitive actions that are self-directed and allow for self-regulation
• B)Decision-making abilities
• C)Life sustaining functions, such as heart rate, breathing, and digestion.
• D)Fast acting functions such that engage in emergencies e.g., the fight or flight response.

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Definitions:

Longitudinal Research

A research design that involves repeated observations of the same variables over short or long periods of time to detect changes, developments, or stability.

Aging

The process of becoming older, a physiological progression that results in changes in the body over time.

Historical Context

The background conditions, including time period, culture, and circumstances, that influence the events or conditions of a specific era.

Research Design

A structured plan or strategy outlining how research will be conducted, including methods for collecting and analyzing data.