Which of the following are common age-related changes in vision and hearing? (Select all that apply.)
a. Increased pupil size and response to light
b. Decreased lacrimal secretions
c. Loss of ability to hear low-frequency sounds
d. Distorted depth perception
e. Yellowing of the lens
f. Presbycusis
ANS: B, D, E, F
To be true, A should be decreased pupil size and responsiveness to light, and C should be loss of ability to hear high-frequency sounds.
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