Charles is an 82-year-old man who has just been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.It is likely that his memory for __________ will be the first to degenerate,and memories of his __________ will be the last things he forgets as the disease progresses.
A)names;family
B)unfamiliar people;favourite people
C)his past;present situation
D)recent events;distant past

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Alzheimer's disease typically affects short-term memory first, meaning recent events will be the first memories to degenerate. Memories of the distant past (such as childhood or early adulthood) are often retained for a longer time, so they are likely to be the last things that a person with Alzheimer's forgets. Therefore, the best answer is D, recent events and distant past.

Charles Is an 82-Year-Old Man Who Has Just Been Diagnosed