Question

What happens to intelligence in later adulthood (after age 45)?

Options

• Intelligence continues to increase.

• Intelligence remains completely stable.

• Intelligence shows a gradual, slow decline.

• Intelligence drops sharply and suddenly.

Answer 1

Intelligence shows a gradual, slow decline.

Explanation:

After age 45, intelligence declines gradually, not abruptly. This is a normal part of aging, in which cognitive abilities may decrease gradually.