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QuizMultiple Choice

Unit 6: Development Over the Lifespan

Question 1 • Personal Psychology 1

For MOST people, how does age affect intelligence?

Answer
A
Fluid intelligence and crystallized intelligence both increase.
B
Crystallized intelligence improves, while fluid intelligence decreases.
C
Fluid intelligence improves, while crystallized intelligence decreases.
D
Fluid intelligence and crystallized intelligence both decrease.

Explanation

As people age, crystallized intelligence—the knowledge and skills built through learning and experience—usually improves or remains strong. Fluid intelligence, which involves solving new problems quickly and reasoning without relying on prior knowledge, tends to decrease. Therefore, the correct choice is B: crystallized intelligence improves, while fluid intelligence decreases.

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