The Type of Memory That a Person Is Aware of Having

question 449

Multiple Choice

The type of memory that a person is aware of having and that is consciously retrieved is called __________ memory.

• A)iconic
• B)explicit
• C)implicit
• D)eidetic

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Definitions:

Intentional Action

Behavior performed with a goal in mind, involving cognitive processes such as planning and decision-making.

Disequilibrium

In the context of developmental psychology, this term refers to a state of cognitive imbalance that prompts learning and adjustment, as theorized by Jean Piaget.

Cognitive Growth

The expansion of mental abilities and processing capacities, often through learning, experience, and maturity.

Synaptic Growth

The development and strengthening of synapses, which are the connections between neurons in the brain.