A social psychologist is conducting a study in which participants are presented with a scenario in one of two ways.The first group is told a 27-year-old has lost his keys while a second group is told a 72-year-old has lost his keys.Which statement typifies participants' responses to a question about why the person lost his keys?

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This response option reflects the stereotype of age-related cognitive decline, with the older person being viewed as more likely to be forgetful due to age-related memory decline. The response for the younger person suggests they simply had a lot on their mind, rather than a decline in cognitive functioning. This phenomenon is known as ageism, where stereotypes associated with aging can influence our perceptions and behaviors towards older adults.

A Social Psychologist Is Conducting a Study in Which Participants