Researchers Have Developed Several Explanations for the Observation That People

question 46

Multiple Choice

Researchers have developed several explanations for the observation that people recall information more accurately if they try to connect that information with themselves. Chapter 5 noted that one likely explanation is that people are more likely

• A) to use encoding specificity when connecting information to other people, so this problem leads to memory errors.
• B) to use auditory cues when connecting information to other people, so this problem leads to memory errors.
• C) to link self-referenced information to a more distinctive and more well-rehearsed set of cues, so this enhances recall.
• D) to picture themselves in an unusual context, and this novel context enhances recall.

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Definitions:

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with manufacturing a product, excluding direct materials and direct labor costs.

Variable Overhead Rate Variance

The difference between the actual variable overhead incurred and the expected (or standard) cost based on the actual level of activity.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead

Overhead costs that fluctuate with the level of production, such as utilities or raw materials.

Standards

Predetermined benchmarks or norms used for measuring performance, costs, and efficiency in production.