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What mnemonic did you develop in class (and submit for RTSR points) to help you differentiate the Middle Adulthood Socioemotional theories? Identify one question it help you answer accurately.

Although most empirical evidence identifies Moderate to Vigorous physical activity as protective of cognitive functioning, more recent research found increasing Light physical activity was associated with maintaining some types of memory in middle adulthood.  

What cognitive process was highlighted during your attempt to draw the heads side of a US penny in class?

Ricardo is 64-years-old.  Data suggests that

The “death system” in any given culture includes the people, places, times, objects and symbols related to death and dying.  

The 5-stage sequence of adjustment to death proposed by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) has abundant empirical support and is generally accepted by both medical and psychological professionals who work with people who are dying.

Data indicates that 28-34% of adults ages 65-74 are physically active and 35–44% of adults 75 years or older are physically active.  What is the most accurate explanation of the increased percentage of physically active people in older adulthood?

A dementia diagnosis requires functional loss in at least two brain functions.  Identify one possible area of loss.

What does this image best represent?

What New Deal program aimed to restore public confidence in the banking system?