Correct option is A
The correct set of common changes in motor abilities experienced by elderly individuals includes
B. Decline in muscular strength,
C. Decrease in speed in skilled movements, and
E. Delay in learning of new skills.
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Decline in Muscular Strength (B): One of the most noticeable motor changes in aging is the reduction in muscle mass and strength, also known as sarcopenia. This decline impacts daily activities such as walking, lifting, and balance.
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Decrease in Speed in Skilled Movements (C): Elderly individuals often experience a reduction in the speed of performing skilled motor tasks, which can affect activities requiring fine motor skills, such as writing or sewing.
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Delay in Learning of New Skills (E): With age, the ability to learn and adapt to new motor skills becomes slower. This is partly due to changes in the nervous system and muscle coordination.
Information Booster:
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Decline in Muscular Strength (B): The loss of muscle mass, especially after the age of 60, is a common feature of aging. This impacts mobility, balance, and increases the risk of falls.
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Decrease in Speed in Skilled Movements (C): Reaction time and motor coordination slow down with age, affecting the ability to perform tasks that require quick and precise movements.
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Delay in Learning of New Skills (E): Learning new motor skills becomes more challenging due to both physical and cognitive changes, such as slower neural processing and reduced flexibility in motor function.
Additional Knowledge:
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Reduced Reasoning and Memory Skills (D): While cognitive decline can be part of the aging process, it is not a direct motor ability change but rather impacts higher cognitive functions like memory and problem-solving.
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Reduced Income and Entertainment (A): This is more of a socio-economic change that elderly individuals face rather than a motor ability change. It affects quality of life but does not directly relate to motor skills.
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