The __________ Theory Suggests That Concrete Words Are Mentally Represented

question 117

Multiple Choice

The __________ theory suggests that concrete words are mentally represented both visually and verbally,whereas abstract concepts are only represented verbally.This might explain why abstract concepts are more difficult to retrieve at some future point.

• A) higher processing
• B) abstract-concrete
• C) complexity listing
• D) dual-coding

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Definitions:

Performance-Prove Orientation

A focus or attitude where individuals are driven to demonstrate their competencies and skills in order to be positively evaluated by others.

Performance-Avoid Orientation

A focus on avoiding tasks due to fear of failure, leading to a tendency to sidestep challenges to prevent a poor performance evaluation.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to act in certain ways based on the expectation that their actions will lead to desired outcomes.

Living Standards

Living standards refer to the level of wealth, comfort, material goods, and necessities available to a person or community.