When a Hyphen Is Placed in a Phone Number, Like

question 125

Multiple Choice

When a hyphen is placed in a phone number, like 964-2281, remembering the phone number is easier because the hyphen encourages one to make use of

• A) rehearsal.
• B) chunking
• C) savings method.
• D) attention.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies used by individuals to cope with reality and maintain self-image.

Neurotic Anxiety

Anxiety that arises from an unconscious fear that the control mechanisms one uses to keep unacceptable feelings or thoughts out of conscious awareness might fail.

Psychodynamic Approach

A psychological perspective that analyzes how behavior springs from unconscious drives and conflicts.

Sociocultural Approach

refers to the study of how society and culture influence behavior, attitudes, and mental processes.