Cognitive Reflection Test (CRT) Practice

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Test your cognitive skills with the Cognitive Reflection Test. Practice with challenging questions that test reflex and intuition. Improve your decision-making abilities and get ready for the CRT!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

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What distinguishes Alzheimer's disease from normal aging?

Increased attention span
Occasional forgetfulness
Progressive memory loss and confusion
Improved problem-solving abilities

The correct answer is: Progressive memory loss and confusion

Alzheimer's disease is characterized by a gradual and progressive decline in cognitive functions, particularly memory, which often becomes more severe over time. This decline is distinct from normal aging, where individuals may experience occasional forgetfulness or minor memory lapses but generally maintain their cognitive abilities. In Alzheimer's, the memory loss is not just about forgetting where one placed their keys; it involves significant confusion about time, place, and identity, and is accompanied by difficulties in performing familiar tasks and changes in personality. This progressive nature of the disease leads to impairments that affect daily life and independence, setting it apart from typical age-related cognitive changes.