Cognitive Psychology Quiz

What are the components of the Working Memory Model?

• A) Sensory register, short-term memory, long-term memory

• B) Central executive, phonological loop, visuospatial sketchpad, episodic buffer

• C) Encoding, storage, retrieval

• D) Maintenance rehearsal, elaborative rehearsal, chunking

According to the Multistore Model of Memory, which process transfers information from short-term memory to long-term memory?

• A) Retrieval

• B) Chunking

• C) Rehearsal

• D) Encoding

During a class discussion, Lily recalls a childhood event differently from how it actually happened. What is this an example of?

• A) The process of storing and recalling information without any changes

• B) The ability to remember events exactly as they happened

• C) The active reconstruction of past events influenced by various factors

• D) The storage of sensory details in long-term memory

Schemas influence memory by:

• A) Enhancing the accuracy of all recalled information

• B) Distorting memories to fit existing knowledge and expectations

• C) Preventing any retrieval of memories

• D) Storing memories in a linear fashion

System 1 thinking is characterised by being:

• A) Slow, analytical, and effortful

• B) Fast, automatic, and intuitive

• C) Deliberate, conscious, and logical

• D) Reflective, controlled, and rational

Arthur is trying to decide whether to buy a new car. The salesperson presents the car's features in a way that emphasizes its safety and fuel efficiency, rather than its high price. Which cognitive phenomenon is Arthur experiencing that leads to his decision being influenced by the presentation of information?

• A) Anchoring bias

• B) Confirmation bias

• C) Availability heuristic

• D) Framing effect

Flashbulb memories are:

• A) Ordinary memories with no emotional significance

• B) Detailed and vivid memories of emotional events

• C) Short-term memories that are quickly forgotten

• D) Memories formed under conditions of low stress

During a school play, Ishaan is feeling very nervous about his performance. How can his emotions affect his attention on stage?

• A) It always improves attention by increasing focus

• B) It has no impact on attention

• C) It can both enhance and impair attention, depending on the context

• D) It only impairs attention by causing distractions

Which ethical consideration has been common in our cognitive psychology studies?

• A) Ensuring anonymity

• B) Deception

• C) Consent

• D) Prioritizing research goals over participant wellbeing

What is the role of the central executive in the Working Memory Model?

• A) To store visual and spatial information

• B) To process auditory information

• C) To coordinate and control cognitive processes

• D) To transfer information to long-term memory