The Difference Between Learning Nonsense Syllables and Meaningful Information Is

question 652

Multiple Choice

The difference between learning nonsense syllables and meaningful information is

• A)that nonsense syllables are remembered longer because of their distinctiveness.
• B)that meaningful information is remembered longer because it is linked with prior knowledge.
• C)that learning nonsense syllables is easier because there is no proactive inhibition.
• D)so minimal that both types of information are remembered for virtually the same length of time.

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Definitions:

Heat Pump

A device that transfers heat energy from a source of heat to what is called a thermal reservoir, commonly used for heating and cooling buildings.

Watts

A unit of power in the International System of Units (SI) that measures the rate of energy transfer or conversion.

Cost Per kWh

The amount charged for every kilowatt-hour of electricity consumed, used to calculate electricity bills.

Watts

A unit of power in the International System of Units (SI), representing one joule per second, commonly used to measure electrical power.