The student of adult development learns that cognitive abilities improve during the young adult stage because of the influence of which experiences? (Select all that apply.)
a. Physical growth of the brain
b. Formal education
c. Occupational training
d. Overall life experiences
e. Specific profession chosen
ANS: B, C, D
Formal education, occupational training, and overall life experiences contribute to refining cognitive skills such as rational thinking and problem solving. Physical growth of the brain and specific profession chosen are not as directly related.
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