The Terminal Decline Phenomenon Involves a Decrease in Mental Ability

question 21

Multiple Choice

The terminal decline phenomenon involves a decrease in mental ability that accompanies the approach of

• A) menopause.
• B) retirement.
• C) death.
• D) a midlife crisis.

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