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Alzheimer's disease is characterized by __________

a. mental deterioration, memory loss, and personality changes
b. extreme mood swings
c. loss of energy and suicidal thoughts
d. increased energy and extreme talkativeness

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Answer:

a. mental deterioration, memory loss, and personality changes

Step-by-step explanation:

This disease is common in the elderly, and is a common form of dementia. It affects the parts of the brain that control thinking, memory and language. People may have difficulty remembering things that happened recently.

People may not recognize their family members. They may have difficulty speaking, reading or writing.

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