Understanding False Memory

The video explores how our choices and memories can be influenced by psychological factors. It discusses mind tricks that affect decision-making, memory distortion through language, the role of mirrors in promoting honesty, and how study environments impact memory retention. Experiments by psychologists like Adam Alter and Elizabeth Loftus are highlighted to illustrate these concepts.

What does Adam Alter suggest about our decision-making process?

• We never rely on external influences.

• We always make decisions based on our preferences.

• Mind tricks can influence our decisions.

• Our decisions are purely random.

In the car accident study, what was the effect of using the word 'smashed'?

• It made participants remember more details.

• It led to a false memory of broken glass.

• It made participants forget the event.

• It had no effect on memory.

How did mirrors affect the behavior of students in the experiment?

• They made students more competitive.

• They increased the likelihood of cheating.

• They had no effect on behavior.

• They reduced the likelihood of cheating.

What percentage of students cheated when they could see their reflection?

• 30%

• 50%

• 7%

• 71%

How can the place where you study affect your memory?

• It can slow down information processing.

• It has no effect on memory.

• It makes you forget information faster.

• It can influence how well you remember information.