Although touch sensitivity typically diminishes in late adulthood,responsiveness to __________ is an exception.
A) cold surfaces
B) water
C) gentle stroking
D) painful touch

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Research has shown that gentle stroking actually increases touch sensitivity in older adults, so C is the correct choice. Cold surfaces and painful touch may be felt less acutely due to reduced touch sensitivity, and while water can be felt, it doesn't have the same effect as gentle stroking.

Although Touch Sensitivity Typically Diminishes in Late Adulthood,responsiveness to __________