Laboratory research reveals that __________ becomes more challenging with age.
A) the ability to focus on a simple task
B) the ability to perform familiar tasks in everyday life
C) sustaining two tasks at once, when at least one of the tasks is complex,
D) determining whether a letter string forms a word

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Research shows that the ability to sustain divided attention (performing two tasks at once) becomes more challenging with age, especially when one of the tasks involves complexity. This is known as the "dual-task paradigm" and has been demonstrated in various laboratory studies. The other answer choices may also be affected by aging, but they are not specifically supported by the research in the question.

Laboratory Research Reveals That __________ Becomes More Challenging with Age