Previously Learned Information Often Facilitates Our Learning of New Information

question 7

Multiple Choice

Previously learned information often facilitates our learning of new information. This phenomenon is called

• A) overlearning.
• B) positive transfer.
• C) long-term potentiation.
• D) the serial position effect.

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Definitions:

Memory Consolidation

The process by which initial fragile memory states are transformed into stable, long-term memories.

Intoxicated With Alcohol

Refers to a temporary state resulting from the consumption of alcohol in which cognitive, physical, and emotional faculties are impaired.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements and is associated with dreaming.

Sympathetic Nervous System

The division of the autonomic nervous system that arouses the body, mobilizing its energy.