Age-Related Declines in Cognitive Functioning May Not Be Noticed for Which

question 65

Multiple Choice

Age-related declines in cognitive functioning may not be noticed for which of the following reasons?

• A)The ability to recognize changes is one of the cognitive abilities that suffers, so the declines tend to go unnoticed.
• B)People generally adapt to and compensate for age-related changes.
• C)The lack of commitment to and participation in rehabilitation services.
• D)The knowledge of possible cognitive decline can be more harmful than helpful.

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