Older Adults Show Differences from Younger Adults in Logical Reasoning

question 118

Multiple Choice

Older adults show differences from younger adults in logical reasoning for __________ problems.

• A)all kinds of
• B)just the simplest
• C)largely abstract
• D)only the most complex

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal after a particular behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

Pleasant Stimulus

A pleasant stimulus is any event, object, or situation that produces a positive emotional response or feeling of enjoyment.

Withdrawal

Symptoms that occur after cessation or reduction in intake of a substance that the body has become dependent upon, like drugs or alcohol.

Cognitive Processes

Mental activities involved in acquiring, processing, storing, and applying information, such as perception, memory, and reasoning.