Older adults who do poorly on tests of explicit memory often __________ on tests of implicit memory.

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Older adults who struggle with explicit memory tasks, which require conscious thought, such as recalling a list of words, often perform better or are not as adversely affected on tests of implicit memory. Implicit memory involves skills and routines that are performed automatically, such as riding a bike or typing on a keyboard, and tends to be preserved with age.

Older Adults Who Do Poorly on Tests of Explicit Memory