Which of the Following Best Explains Why Visual Acuity Declines

question 171

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why visual acuity declines during middle age?

• A)The lens of the eye enlarges and becomes less flexible and less transparent.
• B)The occipital lobe,the area of the brain that controls vision,becomes less efficient.
• C)The retina of the eye becomes less pliable and malleable,therefore affecting acuity.
• D)The phenomenon known as binocular vision becomes less efficient and slowly disappears.

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Definitions:

Bystander-Calculus Model

The Bystander-Calculus Model posits that individuals go through a cost-benefit analysis before deciding whether to help in an emergency, weighing the potential risks and rewards.

Cognitive Processes

Mental activities involved in acquiring knowledge and understanding, including thinking, knowing, remembering, and problem-solving.

Physiological Processes

The functions and activities of living organisms and their parts, including all physical and chemical processes.

Bystander-Calculus Model

A psychological model explaining factors that influence an individual's decision to help or not help in an emergency situation, considering personal costs and benefits.