Research Studies Examining the Information-Processing Variables Involved in the Memories

question 111

Multiple Choice

Research studies examining the information-processing variables involved in the memories of young children have found that

• A)preschool children use rehearsal as often as 8- to10-year olds
• B)preschool children use rehearsal less effectively and less often than 8- to 10-year olds
• C)preschool children use chunking as well as 8- to 10-year olds, but make less effective use of rehearsal
• D)preschool children use rehearsal as well as 8- to 10-year olds, but make less effective use of chunking

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Definitions:

Source Confusion

Source confusion is a memory error where the origin of a memory is incorrectly attributed, leading individuals to misremember where or from whom they acquired information.

Hippocampus

A region of the brain associated with memory formation and spatial navigation, critical in converting short-term memories to long-term.

Memory Errors

Mistakes or distortions in the recall of information or experiences, often due to the limitations or failures in the human memory system.

Sexual Assault

Any sexual activity or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient.