Though her ability to think about other things has declined significantly, 74-year-old Judith's ability to interpret the law continues to make her an excellent lawyer and judge. What has most likely happened to Judith's ability to process information?
A) It has most likely become stagnated with her knowledge of the law.
B) It has most likely become appraised with her knowledge of the law.
C) It has most likely become encapsulated with her knowledge of the law.
D) It has most likely become crystallized with her knowledge of the law.

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Judith's situation is an example of encapsulated cognition, where her specific expertise (in law) remains strong even as her general cognitive abilities decline. This encapsulation allows her to continue performing well in her specialized field despite broader cognitive challenges.

Though Her Ability to Think About Other Things Has Declined