How Can Older Adults Improve the Difficulty They Have with Multitasking

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Multiple Choice

How can older adults improve the difficulty they have with multitasking?

• A) Older adults cannot have any interruptions while performing tasks or difficulty is inevitable.
• B) Older adults can handle two tasks at one time, but when the tasks increase to three or more, they will have difficulty.
• C) Older adults need to use other strategies to help with memory when multitasking, such as making lists.
• D) Older adults need to slow down to a pace with which they feel comfortable, and then they can show performance on working memory tasks similar to that of young adults.

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