Which of These Illustrates the Word-Superiority Effect?​

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of these illustrates the word-superiority effect?​

• A)It is easier to recognize the word CAR than the word JAR.
• B)​Reading the word CAR primes you to read the word JAR.
• C)​It is easier to see the difference between CAR and JAR than between C and J.
• D)​In an article about roads, you might misread the word JAR as the word CAR.

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Definitions:

Preceding Explanation

A preceding explanation provides information or clarification that comes before a statement or event, often setting the context.

Refusing A Request

The act of denying or not granting someone's appeal or petition for assistance, information, or access.

Buffer

A buffer is a neutral or non-committal statement used to soften or cushion the impact of what follows, often used in written and verbal communication.

Explanation

The act of making something clear or understandable by describing or presenting it in detail.