Which of the following statements is TRUE about vascular neurocognitive disorder?
A) The prevalence rate is 25% for those over age 80.
B) The risk for women is slightly higher than men.
C) The outcome is similar to that of neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease.
D) The onset is about the same as for neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease.

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Vascular neurocognitive disorder, previously known as vascular dementia, often has a stepwise progression due to the nature of its cause (vascular events like strokes), which can lead to a clinical presentation and outcome that can be similar to neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease, especially in the later stages. However, the onset, prevalence, and gender risk factors differ significantly between the two conditions.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE About Vascular Neurocognitive