Which of the Following Is True of People During Middle

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of people during middle adulthood?

• A) Women become more aware that their "biological clocks" are ticking.
• B) The sperm count and "swimming ability" of sperm begin to decline markedly at age 30.
• C) Most people in middle adulthood suffer major loss of physical prowess.
• D) There is great loss of fluid intelligence during middle adulthood.

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Definitions:

Spleen

Large lymphatic organ in the upper part of the abdominal cavity on the left side between the stomach and diaphragm, composed of white and red pulp. It responds to foreign substances in the blood, destroys worn-out red blood cells, and is a storage site for blood cells.

Immune Response

The body's defense mechanism against pathogens, involving recognition and destruction of harmful substances or organisms.

Dense Connective Tissue

A type of connective tissue that is rich in collagen fibers, providing strength and elasticity.

Lymph Nodes

Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are part of the lymphatic system; they filter substances that travel through the lymph fluid, and contain immune cells that help the body to fight infection and disease.