Sarah, age 82, is a retired sociology professor and can still remember the details of her research and everything she taught during her working years. However, she now finds herself having trouble learning and remembering new things. What accounts for this?
A. changes in long-term memory
B. a decline in processing speed
C. a decrease in crystallized intelligence
D. selective optimization with compensation
Answer: B
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