Ebony, age 88, appears younger than her 77-year-old sister, Desiree. However, Desiree remains active mentally, whereas Ebony finds it difficult to complete familiar tasks. The sisters’ actual competence and performance in dealing with life’s challenges indicate their __________ age
A) social
B) biological
C) functional
D) chronological
Answer: C
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