In a Study, Subjects Either Stayed Awake or Went to Sleep

question 73

Multiple Choice

In a study, subjects either stayed awake or went to sleep immediately after memorizing a list of nonsense syllables. From what you've learned in your text, you would expect results to show that forgetting was

• A) more rapid when subjects went to sleep.
• B) equal whether subjects were asleep or awake.
• C) significantly slower when subjects stayed awake.
• D) more rapid when subjects stayed awake

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Definitions:

Incurred

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Accrual-Basis Accounting

An accounting method where revenue and expenses are recorded when they are earned or incurred, regardless of when the cash is received or paid.

Deferred Revenue

Income received by a company for goods or services yet to be delivered or performed, recognized as a liability until the obligation is fulfilled.

Unearned Rent

is income received by a landlord for rent that has been paid in advance by a tenant but has not yet been earned.