Divya is 65 years old. She undergoes training and uses effective strategies to improve her memory. As a result, her memory does not decline but rather improves as she ages. According to Paul Baltes's view, which of the following aspects of the life-span perspective most likely explains the improvement in Divya's memory?
A) Development is plastic.
B) Development is contextual.
C) Development is multidirectional.
D) Development is multidimensional.

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According to Paul Baltes's view, development is plastic, which means that development can be shaped and improved through experiences and interventions. Divya's improvement in memory through training and effective strategies is an example of plasticity in development.

Divya Is 65 Years Old