If We Desired to Eliminate the Recency Effect, We Could

question 38

Multiple Choice

If we desired to eliminate the recency effect, we could:

• A) present the words on the list more slowly.
• B) delay the recall test by 15 to 30 seconds.
• C) present the words on the list more quickly and then delay the recall test by 15 to 30 seconds.
• D) delay the recall test by 15 to 30 seconds and prevent rehearsal with a distracter task.

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Definitions:

Environmental Threats

External factors or conditions that can cause harm to natural environments, ecosystems, or human health.

Conflicting Motives

Situations where an individual’s desires or goals are at odds, leading to internal conflict.

Mental Exhaustion

A state of feeling overly tired, drained, or burnt out due to prolonged mental activities, stress, or overstimulation.

Fight-Or-Flight Reaction

An automatic physiological response to threatening situations, equipping an individual with the energy to either fight the threat or escape.