Suppose Ed and Fred Both Develop Neurofibrillary Tangles in Their

question 36

Multiple Choice

Suppose Ed and Fred both develop neurofibrillary tangles in their brain, but only Ed develops symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. It is therefore likely that Fred would score LOWER than Ed on which of the following?

• A) neuroticism
• B) agreeableness
• C) openness to experience
• D) extraversion

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Definitions:

Socioeconomic Status

The social standing or class of an individual or group, often measured as a combination of education, income, and occupation.

Standards of Living

The level of wealth, comfort, material goods, and necessities available to a certain socioeconomic class or geographic area.

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

A psychiatric disorder that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.

Flashbacks

A sudden and intense re-experiencing of past memories or events, often associated with traumatic experiences.