Tommy Is Repeating a Series of Digits in the Order

question 55

Multiple Choice

Tommy is repeating a series of digits in the order in which he heard an experimenter read them.The experimenter is testing the capacity of Tommy's _____ memory.Tommy should be able to repeat about _____ digits correctly.

• A)short-term; four
• B)short-term; seven
• C)sensory; four
• D)sensory; seven

Identify strategies and behavioral changes in older adults to manage and compensate for cognitive declines.

Describe the impact of aging on memory, attention, and other cognitive functions.

Comprehend the role and benefits of wisdom and life experiences in aging adults.

Acknowledge the importance of emotional regulation and positive information processing in older adults.

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Definitions:

Axon

A lengthy, slim part of a nerve cell, known as a neuron, that typically moves electrical impulses from the neuron's core body.

Impulses

Sudden, involuntary urges to perform an action or a series of actions without conscious thought.

Glial Cell

Non-neuronal cells in the nervous system that support, protect, and nourish neurons.

Myelin

A fatty substance that forms a protective coating around nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord, improving the speed and transmission of electrical signals.