What Is the Process by Which Information Gets into Memory

question 22

Multiple Choice

What is the process by which information gets into memory?

• A) encoding
• B) attention
• C) thinking
• D) automaticity

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Definitions:

Anticholinergic

Refers to substances or drugs that block the action of acetylcholine in the central and the peripheral nervous system, often used to treat a variety of conditions including gastrointestinal disorders and Parkinson's symptoms.

Neurotransmitter

A biochemical substance that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions including memory and muscle contraction.

Amygdala

A component of the brain's limbic system involved in emotion regulation, emotional memory, and reactions to fear and pleasure.