When presented with examples of older and younger adults who are forgetful, older adults
A. judge the older forgetful person more harshly.
B. are more likely to have confidence in younger people.
C. are more lenient toward memory failures in older adults.
D. showed an age-based double standard in favor of younger adults.
Answer: C
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