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Demographic characteristics of the participants.
| Characteristic | Older (n = 37) | Young (n = 76) | p |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | < .001 | ||
| M (SD) | 68.5 (8) | 20.0 (0.9) | |
| Range | 52–89.6 | 18–22 | |
| Sex | .108 | ||
| Female | 23 (62.2%) | 35 (46.1%) | |
| Male | 14 (37.8%) | 41 (53.9%) | |
| Education | < .001 | ||
| M (SD) | 15.9 (2.5) | 13.5 (0.9) | |
| Range | 12–20 | 11.5–15.5 |
