Wanting to Get a College Education Is an Example of A(n)

question 190

Multiple Choice

Wanting to get a college education is an example of a(n) ____.

• A) emotion
• B) motive
• C) hunger
• D) dutifulness

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Definitions:

Von Restorff Effect

A principle from cognitive psychology which posits that an item that stands out from its peers is more likely to be remembered.

Savings Method

A technique in memory research where retention is measured by the amount of time saved when learning material for the second time.

Semantic

Pertaining to meaning in language or logic, especially the meanings of words and phrases.

Episodic

Pertaining to or occurring in episodes; often used in the context of memory, referring to the ability to recall specific experiences and events.