Van sometimes has trouble finding the right words to convey his thoughts.He often says,"It is right on the tip of my tongue." Like many older adults,Van is most likely
A) having a harder time comprehending language.
B) attending more closely to features of speech.
C) having difficulty retrieving words from long-term memory.
D) quickly losing interest in conversational topics.

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Van's difficulty in finding the right words suggests that he is having trouble retrieving words from his long-term memory. This is a common issue for older adults, as their brains may not retrieve information as quickly or efficiently as they used to. The other options (A, B, and D) do not accurately explain Van's particular issue with word retrieval.

Van Sometimes Has Trouble Finding the Right Words to Convey