Which of the Following Is True About Attention

question 98

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about attention?

• A) The more difficult the competing tasks are,the more effectively older adults divide attention than younger adults.
• B) When the two competing tasks are reasonably easy,age differences among adults are minimal or nonexistent.
• C) On simple tasks involving a search for a feature,age differences are dramatic even when individuals are given sufficient practice.
• D) Generally,older adults are more adept at selective attention than younger adults are.

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Definitions:

Brachial

Pertaining to the arm, especially the upper arm, or an arm-like structure.

Radial

Pertaining to the radius bone in the forearm or relating to structures that are located near or radiate from a central point.

Sciatic Nerve

Tibial and common peroneal nerves bound together; also called ischiadic nerve.

Tibial Nerve

A nerve in the lower leg that is a branch of the sciatic nerve, responsible for innervating parts of the lower leg and foot.