In all organ systems normal declines occur:
A) after age 30.
B) in one's 5th decade.
C) after a physical trauma.
D) after age 60.
Selective dropout from longitudinal studies results in:
A) poorer test scores with time.
B) healthier and more motivated elders in the final sample.
C) sicker and less educated elders in the final sample.
D) few differences between drop-outs and those who remain.
The major risk factor for cardiovascular disease is:
A) hypotension.
B) hypertension.
C) atherosclerosis.
D) diabetes.
The majority of China's older population lives in rural areas.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following has not been found after regular use of combined HRT among older women?
A) replenishment of bone density to pre-menopausal levels
B) improved cholesterol levels
C) fewer episodes of hot flashes
D) relief of vaginal dryness
The poverty rate for older non-citizens is approximately twice that of older U.S. citizens.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A research design that combines cross-sectional with longitudinal design is:
A) cross-sequential.
B) cohort-sequential.
C) time-sequential.
D) selective-sequential.
Examples of improved environmental design that can help older drivers include(s):
A) airbags that have lower power.
B) devices that limit the maximum possible speed.
C) wider rearview mirrors.
D) A & C.
Japan has the highest absolute number of older adults.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Compared with those that drop out, participants that remain in a longitudinal study are generally:
A) more educated.
B) healthier.
C) more motivated.
D) all of the above.
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