According to Your Textbook, Which of the Following Is One

question 21

Multiple Choice

According to your textbook, which of the following is one likely explanation for the self-reference effect?

• A) Self-reference instructions increase the likelihood of the item being stored in procedural memory.
• B) Self-reference instructions increase the capacity of working memory.
• C) When people think about whether words apply to themselves, they consider how their personal characteristics are interrelated.
• D) In reality, most people emphasize the physical characteristics of the stimulus, rather than using self-reference.

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Definitions:

Geologic Map

A map that shows the distribution, nature, and age relationships of rock formations and soil layers at the Earth's surface.

Chemical Analyses

The process of examining materials by various techniques to determine their chemical composition.

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Iron Ore

A natural mineral or rock from which iron can be profitably extracted, typically rich in iron oxides.