On the Average, on Which Tests of Cognitive Ability Do

question 85

Multiple Choice

On the average, on which tests of cognitive ability do females perform better than males?

• A)short-term memory
• B)verbal/writing ability
• C)visual/spatial ability
• D)mathematical

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Definitions:

Emotional Interference

The impact of one's emotions on their cognitive processes, potentially hindering decision-making or problem-solving abilities.

Selective Perception

The process by which individuals perceive what they want in media messages while ignoring opposing viewpoints.

Selective Memory

A cognitive process where a person remembers some information while forgetting other info, often influenced by emotional factors.

Boredom

A state of feeling disinterested and unengaged, often resulting from a lack of stimulation or activity.