Which of the following changes in color perception is most likely to happen as a person ages?
A)a gradual blurring of the difference between red and green
B)a slow increase in sensitivity to violet light
C)a gradual blurring of the difference between white and black
D)a slow loss of sensitivity to blue light

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As people age, there is a common phenomenon where the lens inside the eye becomes less transparent and the pupil narrows, which can lead to a reduction in the amount of light entering the eye. This particularly affects the perception of shorter wavelengths, such as blue light, making it harder for older adults to distinguish between colors at the blue end of the spectrum.

Which of the Following Changes in Color Perception Is Most