The Increasing "Tip-Of-The-Tongue" Experience in Older Age Is Most Likely

question 10

Multiple Choice

The increasing "tip-of-the-tongue" experience in older age is most likely the result of the

• A) inability to retrieve a word stored in memory.
• B) permanent loss of a word from memory.
• C) reduced speed of access to items in sensory memory.
• D) lack of ability to encode new words into memory.

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Definitions:

Excessive Dry Mouth

A condition also known as xerostomia, characterized by a significant decrease in saliva production, leading to a persistently dry feeling in the mouth.

Taste Different

Pertains to the perception of varying flavors in food or drink, influenced by factors like smell, texture, and temperature.

Sensory Overload

A condition where one or more of the body's senses experiences over-stimulation from the environment.

Uninterrupted Sleep

A period of sleep without disturbances that allows for full cycles of rest.