Question 1

Demonstrate how long-term potentiation occurs.

Accepted Answer

Long-term potentiation is a cellular cha

Question 2

In the research study conducted by Edward Tolman on cognitive maps in rats, what type of design did he use to study whether or not the rats were forming cognitive maps?

Accepted Answer

A)  A true experiment with a control group and experimental groups 
B)  A naturalist observation where he watched rats in their natural habitat 
C)  A case study where he studied one rat intensively over a long period of time 
D)  A longitudinal study where he studied one group of rats over a long period of time 
A)  A true experiment with a control group and experimental groups 
B)  A naturalist observation where he watched rats in their natural habitat 
C)  A case study where he studied one rat intensively over a long period of time 
D)  A longitudinal study where he studied one group of rats over a long period of time

Question 3

A multiple choice question is an example of __________ information.

Accepted Answer

A)  recalling 
B)  salvaging 
C)  recognizing 
D)  assimilating 
A)  recalling 
B)  salvaging 
C)  recognizing 
D)  assimilating

Question 4

__________ occurs when insufficient information is stored to form a retrievable memory.

Accepted Answer

A)  Retroactive interference 
B)  Elaboration failure 
C)  Proactive interference 
D)  Encoding failure 
A)  Retroactive interference 
B)  Elaboration failure 
C)  Proactive interference 
D)  Encoding failure

Question 5

Janika is introduced to a new student in her psychology class, and immediately class resumes. Only a minute later, Janika tries to recall the new student's name and is unable to. This demonstrates the limitations of __________ memory.

Accepted Answer

A)  sensory 
B)  short-term 
C)  iconic 
D)  implicit 
A)  sensory 
B)  short-term 
C)  iconic 
D)  implicit

Question 6

The three-box model of memory is one of the best-known models in all of psychology. Describe the three boxes of memory and their characteristics.

Accepted Answer

The three-stage theory, developed by Atk

Question 7

Your best friend is a big fan of essential oils. While studying for an exam, she likes to put citrus orange in her diffuser while she works. Having just read this chapter of your book, what recommendation do you make to her for her future studies and exam performance?

Accepted Answer

A)  You suggest that she use lemon oil, as it is more closely associated with improved memory retrieval. 
B)  You suggest that she put a small amount of oil on the pencil she will use to take her exam so that she can still smell the orange during the test. 
C)  You suggest that she use orange at home but bring lavender to the exam, as that will relax her. 
D)  You suggest that she only use orange oil during the exam, and not at home while studying. 
A)  You suggest that she use lemon oil, as it is more closely associated with improved memory retrieval. 
B)  You suggest that she put a small amount of oil on the pencil she will use to take her exam so that she can still smell the orange during the test. 
C)  You suggest that she use orange at home but bring lavender to the exam, as that will relax her. 
D)  You suggest that she only use orange oil during the exam, and not at home while studying.

Question 8

What simple task has been shown to protect new memories from interference?

Accepted Answer

A)  Repetition 
B)  Sleep 
C)  Studying harder 
D)  Studying longer 
A)  Repetition 
B)  Sleep 
C)  Studying harder 
D)  Studying longer

Question 9

__________ involves severe and widespread changes in brain function that lead to progressive declines in various mental skills, including memory function.

Accepted Answer

A)  Retrograde amnesia 
B)  Alcohol amnesic syndrome 
C)  Retroactive interference 
D)  Alzheimer's disease 
A)  Retrograde amnesia 
B)  Alcohol amnesic syndrome 
C)  Retroactive interference 
D)  Alzheimer's disease

Question 10

When asked to remember a list of things to do after school, Glynis is most likely to forget __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the chore at the beginning of the list 
B)  the chore at the end of the list 
C)  a chore in the middle of the list 
D)  the first and second chores on the list 
A)  the chore at the beginning of the list 
B)  the chore at the end of the list 
C)  a chore in the middle of the list 
D)  the first and second chores on the list

Question 11

Demonstrate at least five of the "seven sins of memory" by explaining each sin and providing a clear example.

Accepted Answer

(1) Transience: This refers to the gener

Question 12

Some types of implicit memories are a result of classically conditioned responses. Which of the following is the best example of a classically conditioned response that is part of a memory?

Accepted Answer

A)  Katie remembers how she learned to tie her shoes. 
B)  Ian remembers how he learned to drive a car. 
C)  Chris is fearful of sirens, although she doesn't remember almost being run over by a fire truck as a child. 
D)  Danny is fearful of needles because he remembers that the last time, he had to be poked five times before the nurse found his vein. 
A)  Katie remembers how she learned to tie her shoes. 
B)  Ian remembers how he learned to drive a car. 
C)  Chris is fearful of sirens, although she doesn't remember almost being run over by a fire truck as a child. 
D)  Danny is fearful of needles because he remembers that the last time, he had to be poked five times before the nurse found his vein.

Demonstrate how long-term potentiation occurs.

In the research study conducted by Edward Tolman on cognitive maps in rats, what type of design did he use to study whether or not the rats were forming cognitive maps?

A multiple choice question is an example of __________ information.

__________ occurs when insufficient information is stored to form a retrievable memory.

Janika is introduced to a new student in her psychology class, and immediately class resumes. Only a minute later, Janika tries to recall the new student's name and is unable to. This demonstrates the limitations of __________ memory.

The three-box model of memory is one of the best-known models in all of psychology. Describe the three boxes of memory and their characteristics.

Your best friend is a big fan of essential oils. While studying for an exam, she likes to put citrus orange in her diffuser while she works. Having just read this chapter of your book, what recommendation do you make to her for her future studies and exam performance?

What simple task has been shown to protect new memories from interference?

__________ involves severe and widespread changes in brain function that lead to progressive declines in various mental skills, including memory function.

When asked to remember a list of things to do after school, Glynis is most likely to forget __________.

Demonstrate at least five of the "seven sins of memory" by explaining each sin and providing a clear example.

Some types of implicit memories are a result of classically conditioned responses. Which of the following is the best example of a classically conditioned response that is part of a memory?

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Exam 6: Memory

Demonstrate how long-term potentiation occurs.

In the research study conducted by Edward Tolman on cognitive maps in rats, what type of design did he use to study whether or not the rats were forming cognitive maps?

A multiple choice question is an example of __________ information.

__________ occurs when insufficient information is stored to form a retrievable memory.

Janika is introduced to a new student in her psychology class, and immediately class resumes. Only a minute later, Janika tries to recall the new student's name and is unable to. This demonstrates the limitations of __________ memory.

The three-box model of memory is one of the best-known models in all of psychology. Describe the three boxes of memory and their characteristics.

Your best friend is a big fan of essential oils. While studying for an exam, she likes to put citrus orange in her diffuser while she works. Having just read this chapter of your book, what recommendation do you make to her for her future studies and exam performance?

What simple task has been shown to protect new memories from interference?

__________ involves severe and widespread changes in brain function that lead to progressive declines in various mental skills, including memory function.

When asked to remember a list of things to do after school, Glynis is most likely to forget __________.

Demonstrate at least five of the "seven sins of memory" by explaining each sin and providing a clear example.

Some types of implicit memories are a result of classically conditioned responses. Which of the following is the best example of a classically conditioned response that is part of a memory?

The Science of Psychology

Biology and Behavior

Sensation and Perception

Consciousness

Learning

Cognitive Processes

Motivation and Emotion

Lifespan Development

Personality

Social Psychology

Sexuality and Gender

Health Psychology

Psychological Disorders

Therapy

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