Which Cognitive Function Is Typically Retained Best by the Elderly

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which cognitive function is typically retained best by the elderly?

• A) short-term memory
• B) performance on timed tasks
• C) vocabulary
• D) spatial ability

Learn about the mechanisms of maintaining homeostasis in the human body.

Understand the role and structure of the skin and its functions in protection and regulation.

Distinguish between the body’s organ systems and their major functions.

Recognize the various types of body membranes and their functions.

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Definitions:

Need for Achievement

A psychological trait referring to an individual's desire for significant accomplishment, mastering of skills, control, or high standards of success.

Monozygotic Twins

Identical twins that develop from one zygote, which splits and forms two embryos, sharing exactly the same genetic material.

Dizygotic Twins

Also known as fraternal twins, these are siblings that are born at the same time but have developed from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm.

Environmental Shared

The portion of the environment that is experienced identically by individuals, often used in contrast to "non-shared environment" in studies of heritability.