Question 1

The slowdown in learning new information has been linked to changes in ________, where individuals manipulate and assemble information when making decisions, solving problems, and comprehending written and spoken language.

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A)   working memory
B)   brain circuitry
C)   episodic memory
D)   neural networkE) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

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

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A)   peak performance for verbal ability.
B)   great decline for inductive reasoning.
C)   moderate decline for spatial abilities.
D)   increased mathematical abilities.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 3

Name the term that refers to the type of intelligence that consists of one's accumulated information and verbal skills.

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Question 4

The average adult in middle adulthood ________ height and ________ weight.

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A)   loses; loses
B)   loses; gains
C)   gains; gains
D)   gains; losesE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 5

________ refers to the ability to quickly and accurately make simple discriminations in visual stimuli.

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A)   Spatial orientation
B)   Inductive reasoning
C)   Perceptual speed
D)   Verbal comprehensionE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following is typical of the health condition during early and late middle age?

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A)   Frequency of accidents increases.
B)   Susceptibility to colds and allergies decreases.
C)   Wakeful periods during sleep decrease.
D)   Incidence of chronic disorders decreases.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 7

High-density lipoprotein (HDL)  is often referred to as ________ cholesterol because when it is high and low-density lipoprotein (LDL)  is low, the risk of cardiovascular disease is lower.

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A)   good
B)   simple
C)   complex
D)   compoundE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

At present, the main causes of death in middle adulthood in the United States are

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A)   infectious diseases.
B)   accidents.
C)   chronic diseases.
D)   homicide.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 9

Name the term that refers to the transitional period from normal menstrual periods to no menstrual periods at all, which often takes up to 10 years.

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Question 10

________ is the developmental period that begins at approximately 40 to 45 years of age and extends to about 60 to 65 years of age.

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Question 11

Which of the following statements is true of Roy Baumeister and Kathleen Vohs's need for efficacy?

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A)   This need refers to the fact that present events draw meaning from their connection with future events.
B)   This need can lend a sense of goodness or positive characterization of life and justify certain courses of action.
C)   This need involves the belief that one can make a difference.
D)   This need implies that most individuals want to be good, worthy individuals.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 12

Brandon is a chain smoker and has been smoking cigarettes since college. He is currently 50 years old and has been recently diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. He consults his doctor to know more about his condition. Which of the following would the doctor most likely tell Brandon during the consultation?

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A)   Erectile dysfunction only occurs in males over 70 years of age and seldom occurs in younger males.
B)   Erectile dysfunction is a fatal condition in males.
C)   Obesity and elevated cholesterol levels are the only known causes for erectile dysfunction.
D)   The main treatment for men with erectile dysfunction has focused on Viagra and similar drugs.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 13

Which of the following statements about menopause is true?

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A)   The age at which menopause occurs has increased dramatically in recent years.
B)   There is a correlation between the onset of menarche and the onset of menopause.
C)   Perimenopause takes up to 2 years or less in most women.
D)   Later menopause is linked with increased risk of breast cancer.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

What is the most common change in sleep patterns of adults during middle age?

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A)   Sleep-disordered breathing becomes less prevalent.
B)   Wakeful periods become less frequent during the night.
C)   The total number of hours slept dramatically increases.
D)   There is a decrease in the deepest type of sleep.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Compared with men, women have a higher incidence of ________ during middle age.

Accepted Answer

A)   arthritis
B)   hypertension
C)   stroke
D)   cardiovascular diseaseE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Age-related loss of muscle strength is especially marked in

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A)   the upper arms.
B)   the back and legs.
C)   the jaw and face.
D)   the chest and abdomen.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true of metabolic syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A)   Weight loss and exercise are strongly recommended as part of the treatment of metabolic syndrome.
B)   Metabolic syndrome usually reduces any risk of diabetes or any other cardiovascular disease.
C)   Metabolic syndrome often leads to anorexia nervosa.
D)   Waist circumference is the least recommended method in predicting metabolic syndrome.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 18

According to studies, which of the following is one of the most common sexual problems of older men?

Accepted Answer

A)   premature ejaculation
B)   partner non-cooperation
C)   lack of foreplay
D)   lubrication difficultiesE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Sensitivity to ________ sounds usually declines first among ________.

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A)   high-pitched; women
B)   high-pitched; men
C)   low-pitched; women
D)   low-pitched; menE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

According to Denise Park, much of the blame for declining memory in late middle age is a result of

Accepted Answer

A)   neuroanatomical changes during late middle age.
B)   decreased blood supply to various parts of the brain.
C)   physiological and cognitive atrophy during late middle age.
D)   information overload that builds up over the adult years.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Exam 15: Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood

Name the term that refers to the transitional period from normal menstrual periods to no menstrual periods at all, which often takes up to 10 years.

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

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At present, the main causes of death in middle adulthood in the United States are

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The slowdown in learning new information has been linked to changes in ________, where individuals manipulate and assemble information when making decisions, solving problems, and comprehending written and spoken language.

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Which of the following statements about menopause is true?

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Which of the following statements is true of metabolic syndrome?

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Age-related loss of muscle strength is especially marked in

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________ refers to the ability to quickly and accurately make simple discriminations in visual stimuli.

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Which of the following is typical of the health condition during early and late middle age?

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According to Denise Park, much of the blame for declining memory in late middle age is a result of

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Which of the following statements is true of Roy Baumeister and Kathleen Vohs's need for efficacy?

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High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is often referred to as ________ cholesterol because when it is high and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is low, the risk of cardiovascular disease is lower.

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According to studies, which of the following is one of the most common sexual problems of older men?

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What is the most common change in sleep patterns of adults during middle age?

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Name the term that refers to the type of intelligence that consists of one's accumulated information and verbal skills.

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

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