In His Studies of Memory, Ebbinghaus Wanted to Be Sure

question 519

Multiple Choice

In his studies of memory, Ebbinghaus wanted to be sure he would not be swayed by prior learning, so he used

• A)common everyday words.
• B)nonsense syllables.
• C)short, easily pronounced words.
• D)individual letters.

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Definitions:

Abbreviation

A compact version of a word or phrase utilized for the purpose of saving space or dodging repeated language.

Radium

Radium is a naturally occurring radioactive metallic element, used in cancer treatment and previously in luminescent paint for watches and instruments.

Electrons

Subatomic particles with a negative charge, found orbiting the nucleus of an atom.

Neutral Atoms

Atoms that have an equal number of protons and electrons, resulting in no overall charge.