Jonas is being tested for decline in cognitive functioning. The test involves assessing his ability to plan actions, allocate attention to goals, detect errors, monitor progress on tasks, and deal with novel or difficult circumstances. The researchers are testing Jonas' ________ attention.
A) sustained
B) executive
C) divided
D) selective

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The test is assessing Jonas' ability to plan, allocate attention, detect errors, monitor progress, and deal with novel or difficult circumstances, all of which are related to executive function. Therefore, the researchers are testing Jonas' executive attention.

Jonas Is Being Tested for Decline in Cognitive Functioning