Before Studying for the Midterm Exam, Class a Was Told

question 97

Multiple Choice

Before studying for the midterm exam, Class A was told to expect a multiple-choice test and Class B was told to expect an essay test. Both classes actually got a multiple-choice test, and Class A performed better on the test. This result is most consistent with the __________ model of memory.

• A)levels-of-processing
• B)information-processing
• C)parallel distributed processing
• D)transfer-appropriate processing

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Definitions:

Machinery

Mechanical devices or assemblies, which perform specific functions in industrial, agricultural, or domestic settings.

Motor

A machine, especially one powered by electricity or internal combustion, that provides motive power for a vehicle or for some other device with moving parts.

Wound-Rotor Induction Motor

A type of induction motor where the rotor has windings connected to slip rings, enabling variable resistance to be inserted in the rotor circuit for speed control.

Starting Torque

The initial torque produced by a motor or engine upon starting, critical for overcoming inertia and commencing rotation.