One Hypothesis to Explain the Observed Differences in the Rate

question 118

Multiple Choice

One hypothesis to explain the observed differences in the rate of Alzheimer's disease dementia for individuals of varying educational level is that

• A)the abilities acquired through formal education help compensate for some of the deficits of the disorder.
• B)the type of mental activity associated with formal education places an additional burden on the brain that makes symptoms worse once a person has the disorder.
• C)knowledge acquired through formal education helps one avoid exposure to environmental stimuli that might influence the disorder.
• D)the type of work that most college graduates pursue is less likely to expose the individual to the stressors associated with the disorder.

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Definitions:

Rank-Order Consistency

The degree to which the relative ordering of individuals on a particular trait remains stable over time.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior, temperament, and emotional patterns.

Maturity Principle

The concept that individuals become more conscientious, agreeable, and emotionally stable as they age.

Experience

Experience refers to the knowledge or skill acquired by observing, encountering, or undergoing events or situations.