Many Times, the First Letters or Syllables of Words or Ideas

question 834

Multiple Choice

Many times, the first letters or syllables of words or ideas can be formed into another word that will serve as a reminder of order.This mnemonic technique is referred to as

• A) using a system.
• B) the serial position effect.
• C) rote learning.
• D) progressive-part learning.

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Definitions:

Social Comparison Theory

A theory suggesting people determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others.

Religion

A set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe, often involving rituals and worship of a supernatural power or deity.

Intrinsic Motivation

The drive to engage in activities for their own sake, deriving pleasure and satisfaction from the activity itself, rather than for some external reward.

Extrinsic Motivation

Performing an activity because of something that results from it.