Ebbinghaus Memorized Several Lists of 13 Nonsense Syllables and Then

question 50

Multiple Choice

Ebbinghaus memorized several lists of 13 nonsense syllables and then tested his memory after various delays. How long did it take him to forget half of what he had memorized?

• A) about an hour
• B) about a day
• C) about a week
• D) about a month

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Definitions:

Y Chromosome

The sex chromosome typically associated with male biological characteristics in humans and most other mammals, partnered with an X chromosome in males.

Primary Sex Characteristic

Physical features that are directly involved in reproduction, such as the ovaries in females and the testes in males.

Ovaries

Female reproductive organs that produce eggs and hormones, including estrogen and progesterone.

Adrenal Glands

Small glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which are involved in stress responses.