APP Unit 2 Cognition Test 24/25

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Using a mathematical formula to find the solution to a problem is an example of

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An algorithm

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The difficulty many people have recalling the details of common objects such as pennies can best be explained by

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A lack of encoding

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Dr. Hernandez has decided to begin writing an introductory psychology textbook on his fiftieth birthday. This decision demonstrates his

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crystallized intelligence

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The process of getting information out of memory storage.

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Retrieval

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A strategy in which the likelihood of an event is estimated on the basis of how easily other instances of the event are available in memory is called the:

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Availability heuristic

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What is Semantic Encoding?

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Attach Meaning to the information

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The fact that identical twins' IQ scores are so close together (highly correlated) even when they are raised apart suggests

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intelligence is strongly genetic

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Those who score above average on tests of mathematical aptitude are also likely to score above average on tests of verbal aptitude. According to Spearman, this best illustrates the importance of:

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the g factor

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Forgetting curve - forgetting is rapid initially and levels off

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Ebbinghuas

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Some memories are stored in terms of their meaning. Which type of encoding is this?

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Semantic