How Does Drake Define a Technological Civilization

question 83

Multiple Choice

How does Drake define a technological civilization?

• A) one that can get into space
• B) one that can communicate over interstellar distances
• C) one that has a written language
• D) one that can have the intelligence not to destroy itself
• E) one that can construct metal tools

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Definitions:

Encoding Failure

A situation in the memory process where the brain fails to create a strong memory link to information, making it difficult to recall later.

Motivated Forgetting

The subconscious or conscious act of forgetting or suppressing information that is too painful, embarrassing, or unpleasant to remember.

Misinformation Effect

Incorporating misleading information into one’s memory of an event.

Seconds Before Asleep

The brief period or moments directly preceding the onset of sleep.