Cognition Introduction Quiz

The first step in memory; the process by which information gets into memory storage.

• cognition

• memory

• encoding

• focusing

The retention of information or experience over time as the result of three key processes: encoding, storage, and retrieval.

• cognition

• memory

• encoding

• rehearsing

Concentrating on more than one activity at the same time.

• selective attention

• divided attention

• paying attention

• sustained attention

Study of mental processess & of the way in which the brain processes information

• memory

• cognition

• encoding

• attention

a lasting strengthening of synapses that increases neurotransmission

• long-term potentiation

• neurotransmission

• encoding

• storing

This biological component is located inside the cortex of the frontal lobe and is a set of neurons that play an important role in memory retrieval and procedural memory.

• hippocampus

• basal ganglia

• amydgala

• cerebellum

Retaining memories over time is called...

• encoding

• storage

• rehearsing

• retrieval

Recalling stored memories is known as...

• encoding

• storage

• rehearsal

• retrieval

This process happens with unconscious effort on your part

• automatic processing

• effortful processing

• long-term potentiation

• semantic processing

This term refers to fully analyzing information in terms of its meaning and importance.

• deep processing

• shallow processing

• intermediate processing

• automatic processing