Which of the Following Statements About Culture and Memory Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about culture and memory is ACCURATE?

• A)Culture affects both the "software" and "hardware" components of memory.
• B)Preliterate cultures recall orally presented stories better than literate cultures.
• C)Reading a story strongly influences memory in all cultures, regardless of schooling.
• D)Memory tends to be a universal human construct that is not significantly affected by culture.

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Definitions:

Link Method

A mnemonic technique that involves forming a mental image of items to be remembered in a way that links them together.

Structural Encoding

The process of encoding sensory input into memory based primarily on the structure of objects, such as their shape or size, rather than their meaning.

Passive Encoding

The process of absorbing information without actively trying to remember it or giving it full attention.

Keyword Method

A memory technique that involves associating a familiar word with a new word to facilitate recall.