In a Study on Context Cues,people Learned Words While on Land

question 63

Multiple Choice

In a study on context cues,people learned words while on land or when they were underwater. In a later test of recall,those with the best retention had

• A)learned the words on land,that is,in the more familiar context.
• B)learned the words underwater,that is,in the more exotic context.
• C)learned the words and been tested on them in different contexts.
• D)learned the words and been tested on them in the same context.

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Definitions:

Deer

A type of wild or farmed animal with antlers that is often hunted for sport, meat, or for its skin.

Plastic

A synthetic material made from a wide range of organic polymers such as polyethylene, PVC, nylon, etc., that can be molded into shape while soft and then set into a rigid or slightly elastic form.

Wood

A hard, fibrous material derived from trees and used in construction, manufacturing, and as fuel.

Three-Martini Lunches

Informal term for extended business lunches that involve alcohol and are characterized by leisurely pace and socializing, often associated with business discussions.