Recall Stephen's Story

question 65

Multiple Choice

Recall Stephen's story. Which of the following best describes how he is handling aging?

• A) He believes he is as fit and athletic as he was in his 20s.
• B) He believes he is too old to go back to college.
• C) He believes he is a better student now than he was in his 20s.
• D) He believes he has sharply declined physically and mentally as he has gotten older.

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Definitions:

Metal Film

A type of resistor that uses a thin metal film as the resistive element to provide stability and accuracy.

Ceramic Rod

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Variable Resistor

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