On the average, how do people in late adulthood(mid-60's) compare to people in early adulthood(mid-20's) on tests of cognitive performance?
Correct answer: A. 60-year olds perform roughly the same as 20-year olds
- A. 60-year olds perform roughly the same as 20-year olds
- B. 60-year olds perform better than 20-year olds
- C. 60-year olds perform worse than 20-year olds
- D. Research has not compared 60-years olds to 20-year oldsDownload Reference Apps
Explanation
Healthy adults in their sixties often perform roughly as well as adults in their twenties on broad cognitive assessments, although speed and some fluid abilities may decline. Experience and crystallised knowledge can offset losses in particular tasks.
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