Which Class of Drugs Is Correctly Matched with Its Function

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which class of drugs is correctly matched with its function?

• A)stimulant - reduces nervous system activity
• B)hallucinogen - increases nervous system activity
• C)depressant - alters perceptual experience and mood
• D)None of these is correctly matched.

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Definitions:

Retrieval

Retrieval in psychology refers to the process of accessing and bringing into consciousness information that was previously encoded and stored in memory.

Short-Term Memory

The part of the memory system that is responsible for holding a small amount of information in an active, readily available state for a short period of time.

Iconic Memory

A type of visual sensory memory that holds a brief photographic image of a scene that has just been observed.

Recency Effect

The improvement in retention of information learned at the end of a task.