Which cognitive function is typically retained best by the elderly?
A) short-term memory
B) performance on timed tasks
C) vocabulary
D) spatial ability

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Vocabulary is typically retained well by the elderly, while other cognitive functions such as short-term memory and spatial ability may decline with age. Performance on timed tasks may also decrease, as the speed of processing information may slow down.

Which Cognitive Function Is Typically Retained Best by the Elderly