Question 1

Cognitively speaking,__________ are in their prime.
A) adolescents
B) young adults
C) middle-aged adults
D) older adults

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cognitively speaking,__________ are in their prime.
A) adolescents
B)...

Question 2

Cattell and Horn called the ability to solve new and unusual problems __________ intelligence.
A) fluid
B) crystallized
C) practical
D) integrative

Accepted Answer

Cattell and Horn defined fluid intelligence as the ability to solve new and unusual problems, whereas crystallized intelligence includes acquired knowledge and skills. Practical intelligence refers to the ability to adapt to real-world situations, and integrative intelligence involves complex decision-making and problem-solving.

Question 3

According to the longitudinal study by Schaie,which test of primary mental ability actually showed increases into old age?
A) Word meaning
B) Word fluency
C) Perceptual speed
D) Spatial orientation

Accepted Answer

Word meaning is the primary mental ability that Schaie found to actually increase into old age. This suggests that vocabulary and verbal comprehension can improve as people age, reflecting accumulated knowledge and experience.

Question 4

Lawrence has worked in his career field for 20 years.One benefit of his experience over younger employees lies in
A) his expertise.
B) his knowledge of new technology.
C) his higher salary.
D) his emotional intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Lawrence's benefit over younger employees lies in his expertise that he has gained through his 20 years of experience. His years of experience have allowed him to develop a deeper understanding of his field and accumulate more knowledge that younger employees may not have had the opportunity to acquire yet. While he may also have knowledge of new technology or a higher salary, these are not necessarily exclusive benefits of experience and may also be attainable by younger employees with different skills or qualifications. Emotional intelligence is also not necessarily tied to years of experience but can be developed through various means.

Question 5

The greatest work-related stressor is
A) self-esteem.
B) relationships with coworkers.
C) control of their lives.
D) job loss.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The greatest work-related stressor is
A) self-esteem.
B) relationships...

Question 6

People with positive emotional outlooks are likely to engage in more healthy practices,including
A) regular sleep.
B) regular exercise.
C) optimism.
D) All of these

Accepted Answer

People with positive emotional outlooks are more likely to engage in healthy practices such as regular sleep and exercise. Additionally, optimism is a key characteristic of those with positive emotional outlooks. Therefore, all of these choices are correct.

Question 7

Whether or not an event causes stress may depend on
A) whether the event is seen as positive or negative.
B) the reaction it produces.
C) society's messages about the event.
D) the location of the event.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Whether or not an event causes stress...

Question 8

According to your text,specialized knowledge is a form of
A) fluid intelligence.
B) crystallized intelligence.
C) naturalistic intelligence.
D) practical intelligence.

Accepted Answer

Specialized knowledge is a form of crystallized intelligence, which is acquired through learning and experience in a specific domain or field. This type of intelligence involves the ability to apply knowledge and skills to solve problems and make decisions.

Question 9

Which of the following was NOT one of the tests of primary mental abilities given to subjects who participated in the Seattle Longitudinal Study?
A) Verbal meaning
B) Word fluency
C) Reading comprehension
D) Inductive reasoning

Accepted Answer

Reading comprehension was not a test of primary mental abilities in the Seattle Longitudinal Study.

Question 10

What is the relationship between emotions and health?
A) Emotions are not affected by a person's physical health.
B) Positive emotions are associated with better longevity.
C) Negative emotions are healthy because they are expressed more intensely.
D) Higher levels of positive emotions make individuals more susceptible to viruses.

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that positive emotions, such as happiness and joy, are associated with better physical health and longevity. On the other hand, negative emotions, such as anger and stress, have been linked to a range of health problems, including heart disease and weakened immune system.

Question 11

During middle adulthood,crystallized intelligence tends to __________,and fluid intelligence tends to __________.
A) increase; decrease
B) decrease; remain the same
C) increase; increase
D) stay the same; increase

Accepted Answer

During middle adulthood, crystallized intelligence usually increases because this is the accumulation of knowledge and skills gained through experience. In contrast, fluid intelligence tends to decrease during middle adulthood because this is the ability to solve novel problems, reason abstractly, and think creatively. These abilities are more biologically based and tend to decline with age.

Question 12

Doug was given a test that consisted of questions of vocabulary,general information,and responses to social situations.The researcher was assessing Doug's _____ intelligence.
A) fluid
B) crystallized
C) emotional
D) spatial

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence refers to the ability to use learned knowledge and experience, which is what the test assessing Doug's vocabulary, general information, and responses to social situations would measure.

Question 13

Ruby can remember a great deal of information and has a large vocabulary.According to Cattell and Horn,Ruby has high __________ intelligence.
A) crystallized
B) practical
C) acquisitive
D) fluid

Accepted Answer

Crystallized intelligence refers to the ability to use learned knowledge and experience. Ruby's ability to remember a great deal of information and possess a large vocabulary aligns with this type of intelligence.

Question 14

Shawn is good at perceiving relationships and forming concepts.When confronted with a new problem,he can usually solve it.According to Cattell and Horn,Shawn has high __________ intelligence.
A) fluid
B) crystallized
C) practical
D) integrative

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence is the ability to solve new problems and think abstractly, which aligns with Shawn's ability to solve new problems. This is in contrast to crystallized intelligence, which is more focused on accumulated knowledge and skills. Practical intelligence is related to the ability to adapt to everyday situations, and integrative intelligence involves the ability to combine information from different sources to solve problems, but neither of these are as closely related to Shawn's described abilities as fluid intelligence.

Question 15

According to the text,feelings and beliefs affect our bodily functions.Which of the following is impacted?
A) Immune system
B) Neurological system
C) Physiological system
D) Cognitive system

Accepted Answer

Feelings and beliefs can influence the immune system, as they can affect how the body responds to stress and illness.

Question 16

Cattell and Horn called the ability to remember and use stored information __________ intelligence.
A) fluid
B) crystallized
C) practical
D) integrative

Accepted Answer

Cattell and Horn differentiated between two types of intelligence: fluid intelligence, which refers to the ability to reason and think abstractly, and crystallized intelligence, which involves the knowledge and skills acquired through experience and education. The ability to remember and use stored information falls under the category of crystallized intelligence.

Question 17

According to the text,stressful events are LESS LIKELY to lead to illness when the stressful event is
A) positive.
B) negative.
C) beyond the control of the person experiencing it.
D) able to be controlled by the person experiencing it.

Accepted Answer

When a person has control over a stressful event, they may be able to take steps to reduce its impact and manage their response to it. This could lead to less negative physiological responses and a lower likelihood of illness.

Question 18

The prediction of cognitive impairment in old age can be determined in midlife in the following ways EXCEPT
A) decline in verbal fluency.
B) decline in memory recall.
C) executive functioning.
D) decline in vocabulary.

Accepted Answer

Decline in vocabulary is not considered a reliable predictor of cognitive impairment in old age. However, declines in verbal fluency, memory recall, and executive functioning have been associated with subsequent cognitive decline and increased risk of dementia.

Question 19

Most participants in the Seattle Longitudinal Study of Adult Intelligence showed no significant reduction in most mental abilities until after the age of
A) 50.
B) 55.
C) 60.
D) 65.

Accepted Answer

According to the information provided, most participants did not show significant reductions in mental abilities until after the age of 60. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Question 20

According to your text,people who chew gum are
A) vulgar.
B) less stressed.
C) rude.
D) trying to quit smoking.

Accepted Answer

The text states that chewing gum can help reduce stress levels, so people who chew gum may be less stressed. The other options, such as being vulgar or rude, are not mentioned or supported by the text. The option about quitting smoking is not mentioned either.

Quiz 15: Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood

Cognitively speaking,__________ are in their prime.

Cattell and Horn called the ability to solve new and unusual problems __________ intelligence.

According to the longitudinal study by Schaie,which test of primary mental ability actually showed increases into old age?

Lawrence has worked in his career field for 20 years.One benefit of his experience over younger employees lies in

The greatest work-related stressor is

People with positive emotional outlooks are likely to engage in more healthy practices,including

Whether or not an event causes stress may depend on

According to your text,specialized knowledge is a form of

Which of the following was NOT one of the tests of primary mental abilities given to subjects who participated in the Seattle Longitudinal Study?

What is the relationship between emotions and health?

During middle adulthood,crystallized intelligence tends to ,and fluid intelligence tends to .

Doug was given a test that consisted of questions of vocabulary,general information,and responses to social situations.The researcher was assessing Doug's _____ intelligence.

Ruby can remember a great deal of information and has a large vocabulary.According to Cattell and Horn,Ruby has high __________ intelligence.

Shawn is good at perceiving relationships and forming concepts.When confronted with a new problem,he can usually solve it.According to Cattell and Horn,Shawn has high __________ intelligence.

According to the text,feelings and beliefs affect our bodily functions.Which of the following is impacted?

Cattell and Horn called the ability to remember and use stored information __________ intelligence.

According to the text,stressful events are LESS LIKELY to lead to illness when the stressful event is

The prediction of cognitive impairment in old age can be determined in midlife in the following ways EXCEPT

Most participants in the Seattle Longitudinal Study of Adult Intelligence showed no significant reduction in most mental abilities until after the age of

According to your text,people who chew gum are