When a Sequence of Pure-Tone Glides Separated by Brief Gaps

question 30

Multiple Choice

When a sequence of pure-tone glides separated by brief gaps of silence is presented, a listener can:

• A) perceive the gaps in the auditory signal.
• B) hear an interrupted sound instead of a continuous sound.
• C) perceive the gaps as continuing or gliding behind the noise.
• D) does not perceive the gaps any longer.

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Definitions:

Procedural

Related to processes and methods of performing tasks, often implying a sequence of actions or steps.

Short-Term Memory

A cognitive system with a limited capacity that is responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing.

Long-Term Memory

The type of memory responsible for the storage of information over an extended period, potentially for a lifetime.

Short-Term

Relating to or occurring on a brief or immediate timeframe, often contrasted with long-term.