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chads108

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Which statement is accurate about memory strategies and basic processing capacities as one ages?
 
  a. Verbal knowledge begins to show a steep decline beginning around age 50.
  b. Holding negative stereotypes concerning memory ability actually leads to improved memory abilities in older adulthood.
  c. Memory problems in adulthood are more likely the result of original encoding and not retrieval.
  d. Limitations in working memory in older adulthood may be due to the slowing of the nervous system.

Question 2

During adolescence,
 
  a. peer influences are typically negative.
  b. those with friends are more likely to engage in delinquent behavior.
  c. crowd affiliation has implications for social identity.
  d. crowd membership is best predicted by personality factors.



lou

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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c



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