Generalizing from Research Described in the Text, You Would Expect

question 58

Multiple Choice

Generalizing from research described in the text, you would expect older adults to suffer the greatest memory decrement on which of the following tasks?

• A) arithmetic calculations, such as balancing a check book
• B) vocabulary, such as that needed to solve a crossword puzzle
• C) story-telling of stories from their distant past or childhood
• D) knowledge of a second language learned in childhood and used in early adulthood

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Definitions:

Wavelength

The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially points in a sound wave or electromagnetic wave.

Pupil

The opening in the center of the iris of the eye that allows light to enter the retina.

Iris

The colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil and the amount of light that enters the eye.

Muscles

Tissues in the body that have the ability to contract, enabling movement of the body and maintenance of posture.