From the metamemory perspective, the increased rate of TOTs among older adults is:
A)adaptive because it allows them to make accurate predictions about what they will recall.
B)an ever-increasing problem that predicts long-term dementia.
C)a reflection of deepening metamemory problems in old age.
D)simply a function of the likelihood that older adults show more false memories.

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TOTs (Tip-of-the-Tongue states) are considered adaptive from a metamemory perspective because they indicate an awareness of what one knows and can potentially recall. This self-awareness helps in making accurate predictions about future recall abilities, which is beneficial for cognitive functioning. The other options incorrectly associate TOTs with negative outcomes or misunderstandings about memory and aging.

From the Metamemory Perspective, the Increased Rate of TOTs Among