Willis and Schaie's Longitudinal Study Demonstrated That ____

question 197

Multiple Choice

Willis and Schaie's longitudinal study demonstrated that ____.

• A)training sessions in spatial orientation and reasoning skills had long-term effects on cognitive performance
• B)training sessions in fine and gross motor skills improved physical health of subjects
• C)aerobic exercise and moderate weight training improved muscle mass and increased bone density
• D)cognitive functioning would deteriorate regardless of intervention

---

Definitions:

Pattern Recognition

Pattern recognition is the ability to detect arrangements of characteristics or data that signify a familiar object or feature.

Left Hemisphere

The half of the brain typically responsible for analytical and linguistic tasks, including language comprehension, speech, and logic.

Mathematical Calculations

The process of performing mathematical operations to determine an answer or solve problems.

Spatial Neglect

Condition produced most often by damage to the parietal lobe association areas of the right hemisphere, resulting in an inability to recognize objects or body parts in the left visual field.