The more a mental ability depends on __________ intelligence,the earlier it starts to decline.
A) fluid
B) crystallized
C) emotional
D) cultural

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Fluid intelligence refers to the ability to solve novel problems, reason, and think abstractly, whereas crystallized intelligence refers to the use of knowledge and skills acquired through experience and education. Fluid intelligence relies more on efficient neural processing and the ability to adapt to new information, while crystallized intelligence relies more on stored knowledge and experiences. Research has shown that fluid intelligence starts to decline earlier in adulthood than crystallized intelligence. Therefore, A) fluid is the best choice for the missing word in the statement.

The More a Mental Ability Depends on __________ Intelligence,the Earlier