One Study Found That Those Who Retired from Challenging Work

question 24

Multiple Choice

One study found that those who retired from challenging work often _____ intellectual power and those who left dull jobs often _____ intellectual power.

• A) lost; lost
• B) gained; gained
• C) gained; lost
• D) lost; gained

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Definitions:

Theory

A system of ideas intended to explain something, often based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.

Testable

Capable of being tested or subjected to examination and verification.

Upper Limb Length

The measurement from the top of the shoulder to the tip of the fingers, reflecting the dimensions of the arm and hand.