Which of the Following Best Describes What Fuzzy-Trace Theorists Mean

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes what fuzzy-trace theorists mean by the term gists?

• A)representations that fail to preserve essential details and necessary information
• B)literal, verbatim representations of key information
• C)verbatim representations that have degraded over time
• D)representations that preserve the essential content of memories, without precise details

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Definitions:

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposing that people are motivated to fulfill basic needs before moving on to other needs, culminating in self-actualization.

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Physiological

Pertaining to the normal functioning of living organisms and their parts, including all physical and chemical processes.

Open System

A system that interacts with its environment through the exchange of energy, matter, or information, in contrast to a closed system, which is isolated from its surroundings.