Overall, older adults do less well than younger adults on__________________, but on __________________ this difference between the age groups is reduced.

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Research has consistently shown that older adults tend to have more difficulty with recall tests (such as free recall or cued recall) compared to younger adults. In contrast, on recognition tests (such as multiple-choice tests or yes/no recognition tasks), the age-related differences tend to be smaller. Therefore, the correct answer is B, as it reflects this pattern of performance on memory tests.

Overall, Older Adults Do Less Well Than Younger Adults On__________________