Based on the results of the Seattle Longitudinal Study, a person is MOST likely to reach his intellectual peak in his:
A) early twenties.
B) twenties and mid-thirties.
C) late forties and early fifties.
D) fifties and mid-sixties.

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According to the Seattle Longitudinal Study, cognitive abilities generally peak in the late 40s and early 50s. Although some abilities, such as verbal abilities, may peak earlier in the 20s, overall peak performance is in middle age. Abilities may decline slightly in the 60s and 70s, but research has shown that many people continue to perform cognitively at a high level well into old age.

Based on the Results of the Seattle Longitudinal Study, a Person