The Process by Which an Individual Selects, Organizes, and Interprets

question 85

Multiple Choice

The process by which an individual selects, organizes, and interprets information to create a meaningful picture of the world is referred to as:

• A)Attitude formation
• B)Motivation
• C)Conformance
• D)Perception

Understand the characteristics and differences of declarative and procedural memory systems.

Grasp the concept of spreading activation theory by Collins and Loftus.

Comprehend hierarchical models of memory and the evidence that challenges these models.

Recognize the principles of cognitive economy and how information is stored in semantic memory.

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Definitions:

Secondary Sex Characteristics

Physical features that emerge during puberty which are not directly involved in reproduction but distinguish the two sexes, such as breast development and facial hair.

Females

Females refer to the sex of a species that is typically associated with the production of ova (eggs) and, in many species, with certain primary and secondary sex characteristics.

Homosexuality

An orientation of sexuality identified by feeling romantic or sexually attracted to people of one's own gender.

Nature

The phenomena of the physical world collectively, including plants, animals, the landscape, and other features and products of the earth, as opposed to humans or human creations.