In Which of These Cases Have Researchers Found Good Evidence

question 49

Multiple Choice

In which of these cases have researchers found good evidence of "far transfer"?​

• A)Old people who practice crosswords and Sudoku improve memory for daily life.
• B)​Computer games that require attention improve academic performance for some children.
• C)​Students who learn to use a formula in physics apply it immediately in algebra.
• D)​Learning calculus leads to brain growth and increased intelligence.

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