For the average individual in late adulthood, traditional tests of intelligence demonstrate that _____.
A) cognitive abilities remain stable
B) cognitive abilities continue to increase
C) cognitive abilities decline
D) some cognitive abilities increase, and others decline

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Most studies indicate that cognitive abilities in late adulthood decline, with the most significant declines in processing speed, working memory, and executive functioning. However, some abilities such as verbal knowledge and some aspects of wisdom may remain stable or even increase. Overall, traditional tests of intelligence suggest a decline in cognitive abilities for the average individual in late adulthood.

For the Average Individual in Late Adulthood, Traditional Tests of Intelligence