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Suppose that you are shown a list that includes the words "plate," "tree," and "glass." Several months later, you are shown many short word stems such as PL __________, TR __________ and GL __________. Even though you have essentially forgotten about the first list you saw, you are more likely to complete the word stems with PLate, TRee, and GLass than other people who were not shown the initial list. These types of memory tests are called ________________ and they are used to measure ________________ memory.


Definitions:

Split-Brain

A condition resulting from the severing of the corpus callosum, leading to a disconnection between the two hemispheres of the brain.

Movie

A recorded visual and audio entertainment that tells a story or presents information.

Corpus Callosum

A wide band of nerve fibers joining the two hemispheres of the brain.

Visual Field

The entire area that can be seen when the eyes are directed forward, including what can be seen with peripheral vision.

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