Which of the following is a healthy older adult most likely to do as well—or even better than—a younger adult?
A) pattern recognition
B) a geometric puzzle
C) a vocabulary test
D) a timed problem solving task
Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid intelligence peaks around early to middle adulthood and then decline. In contrast, crystallized intelligence tends not to decrease in healthy adults, and may even increase with experience. Vocabulary tests primarily measure crystallized intelligence, whereas the other options involve fluid intelligence.
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