As we age, perceptual speed (i.e., processing speed) tends to ______.
a. increase
b. decrease
c. remain constant
d. decrease sharply until age 75, then remain constant
Ans: B
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a. ?brain and spinal cord b. ?central and somatic nervous systems c. ?sympathetic and parasympathetic systems d. ?peripheral and central nervous systems
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