The Introduction of Computer Science, Cybernetics, and Information Theory Contributed

question 19

Multiple Choice

The introduction of computer science, cybernetics, and information theory contributed to the study of memory by

• A)introducing the use of flowcharts to help explain memory processes.
• B)allowing researchers to easily compile and analyze their data.
• C)highlighting and developing the idea of hierarchical thinking mechanisms.
• D)drawing comparisons between the workings of the brain and the workings of machines.

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Definitions:

Information Processing Model

A cognitive approach that compares human thinking to computer processing, emphasizing the way information is encoded, stored, and retrieved.

Encoding

The process by which information is transformed into a form that can be stored in memory.

Retrieval

The method of bringing forward and becoming aware of data kept in memory.

Storage

Holding on to information for some period of time.