Memory Concepts Flashcard

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What type of memory involves recalling specific events or experiences?

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Episodic memory is the type of memory that involves recalling specific events or experiences from one's life.

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Which memory technique involves grouping information into smaller units?

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Chunking is a memory technique that involves grouping information into smaller, manageable units to enhance memory retention.

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What is maintenance rehearsal?

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Maintenance rehearsal is a memory technique where information is repeated over and over to keep it in short-term memory.

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What is encoding in the context of memory?

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Encoding is the process of transforming sensory information into a form that can be stored in memory.

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Define chunking in memory techniques.

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Chunking refers to the strategy of grouping information into meaningful units to improve memory retention.

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What is semantic memory?

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Semantic memory is a type of long-term memory that involves the storage of facts and general knowledge.

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What is implicit memory?

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Implicit memory is a type of long-term memory that does not require conscious thought, such as skills and tasks.

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What is procedural memory?

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Procedural memory is a type of implicit memory that involves the memory of how to perform tasks and skills.

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What is the spacing effect?

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The spacing effect is the phenomenon where information is better recalled if it is learned in multiple sessions spaced out over time.

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What is elaborative rehearsal?

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Elaborative rehearsal is a memory technique that involves linking new information to existing knowledge to enhance memory retention.