The Seattle Longitudinal Study Concluded That Middle Age Is a Time

question 74

Multiple Choice

The Seattle Longitudinal Study concluded that middle age is a time of

• A) peak performance for verbal ability.
• B) great decline for inductive reasoning.
• C) moderate decline for spatial abilities.
• D) increased mathematical abilities.

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Definitions:

Human Evolutionary History

The chronology and processes through which humans evolved from primate ancestors.

Oldowan Tool Tradition

The earliest known stone tool industry, characterized by simple tools like choppers used by hominins around 2.5 million years ago.

Cultural Explosion

A rapid expansion or flourishing of culture, particularly marked by significant developments in art, technology, and ideas.

Upper Paleolithic

The last phase of the Paleolithic age, featuring the most advanced stone tool technology and early art forms.