Which Physical Change Is Least Likely to Occur During Adulthood

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which physical change is least likely to occur during adulthood?

• A) weakening or disappearance of reflexes
• B) loss of sensory sharpness
• C) increased nearsightedness
• D) increased risk for heart disease

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Definitions:

Ganglion Cells

Neurons located in the retina that receive visual information and transmit it to the brain.

Optic Nerve

A paired nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Stabilized Retinal Images

Images that remain constant on the retina, typically leading to visual disappearance or fading due to neural adaptation.

Top-Down Processing

A cognitive process that starts with the brain’s higher-level functions before receiving sensory input.