How Is the Cognitive Functioning of Rachel, an 8-Year-Old, Likely

question 154

Multiple Choice

How is the cognitive functioning of Rachel, an 8-year-old, likely to compare with Bethany, a 16-year-old?

• A) Rachel will use less efficient strategies.
• B) Rachel and Bethany will have the same amount of working memory.
• C) Rachel will use more automatic processes.
• D) Bethany will process information more slowly.

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