Gretchen Thinks About Christopher Columbus, Which Reminds Her of Spain

question 39

Multiple Choice

Gretchen thinks about Christopher Columbus, which reminds her of Spain, which in turn reminds her that she needs to do her homework for her Spanish class. Which one of the following statements best explains Gretchen's train of thought?

• A) Long-term memory is organized as a hierarchy.
• B) Long-term memory is organized as a network.
• C) The information is encoded in the form of visual images.
• D) The information is encoded in the form of productions.

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Definitions:

Rats

Small rodents often used in scientific research due to their physiological and genetic similarities to humans, contributing to many scientific discoveries.

Maze Memories

A term related to the specific memories or learned behaviors that organisms develop in navigating mazes, often used in psychological and neuroscientific experiments.

Stress Hormones

Chemicals released in the body in response to stress, such as cortisol and adrenaline, which prepare the body to confront or flee from perceived threats.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that plays a key role in stabilizing mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness.