Which of the Following Is the Primary Reason That the Body

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the primary reason that the body changes as it ages?

• A)The body is only intended to last 75 years.
• B)Individual cell functioning slows down,and cells die and are not replaced.
• C)Body organs cannot survive once a dozen cells die.
• D)Decreased lung capacity affects lifespan.
• E)The loss of fat mass cannot be overcomE.

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Definitions:

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform tasks better when they are in the presence of others.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals experience discomfort and distress when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values, often leading to changes in beliefs or attitudes.

Attribution Theory

A social psychology theory which explains how individuals pinpoint the causes of their own and others' behaviors.

Asch Procedure

A method used in social psychology to study conformity, where participants are asked to match line lengths in a group setting, revealing the influence of peer pressure.