It Has Been Suggested That Declines in Short-Term/working Memory Capacity

question 80

Multiple Choice

It has been suggested that declines in short-term/working memory capacity in older adults may be due to declines in__________.

• A)long-term memory
• B)perception
• C)inhibition
• D)language

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Definitions:

Sleep-Rest Patterns

Describes the consistency and quality of an individual's periods of sleep and wakefulness over a 24-hour period.

Sleep-Wakefulness Patterns

The cycle of natural rest and activity periods, including deep sleep, REM sleep, and wakefulness, regulated by the body's internal clock.

Daily Routines

Regular activities or habits that make up an individual's typical day, contributing to structure and predictability in daily life.

Circadian Rhythm

A biological process that displays an endogenous, entrainable oscillation of about 24 hours, affecting physiological and behavioral functions such as sleep-wake cycles.