Which of the Following Phrases Best Describes a Machine That

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following phrases best describes a machine that inputs data, performs one or more calculations, and produces output data?

• A) manual calculator
• B) digital computer
• C) data-processing system
• D) difference engine
• E) cash register

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Definitions:

Events

Occurrences or happenings that are significant in some way to the environment or individuals.

Mood-congruent Memory

The tendency to recall experiences that are consistent with one's current mood.

State-dependent Memory

The phenomenon where information learned in a particular state of mind is more easily recalled when in that same state.

Encoding Strategies

Techniques used to process and store information in memory more effectively.