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arivle123

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on: Jul 31, 2018
The reminiscence bump refers to
 
  a. the large number of stereotypes about older people rambling on about their lives.
  b. the large number of autobiographical memories that are retained from the late adolescent through early adult period.
  c. the large number of autobiographical memories that are retained from the most recent past, even for elderly people.
  d. the increase in medical expenses experienced by most people after age 65.

Question 2

Henry, at 79, has always enjoyed relatively good health. However, he has recently begun feeling like he is slowing down and has reported to his doctor that he is doing poorly, although his doctor can find no specific cause.
 
  When Henry participated in a research study at a local university where his intellectual functioning was tested, his score had dropped dramatically since his last testing session a year earlier. Henry has the signs of
  a. diabetes.
  b. terminal decline.
  c. osteoarthritis.
  d. double effect.


brittrenee

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Reply #1 on: Jul 31, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

b


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