Sarah Is Presented with the Following List of Items to Memorize

question 104

Multiple Choice

Sarah is presented with the following list of items to memorize: bagel,carrot,ham,corn,hot dog,donut,bread,chicken,peas.Her immediate reaction is to think of the items in the following way: (bagel,donut,bread) ;(carrot,corn,peas) ;(ham,hotdog,chicken) .This reaction would indicate that Sarah is using the strategy of

• A)rehearsal.
• B)elaboration.
• C)organization.
• D)compensation.

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Definitions:

Psychokinesis

The claimed paranormal ability to move or manipulate objects with the mind without physical interaction.

Frontal Lobe

A region of the brain located at the front part of the cerebral cortex, responsible for voluntary movement, expressive language, and managing executive functions.

Hypnosis

A mental state of heightened suggestibility, induced by a clinical procedure known by a health professional, where individuals can experience altered awareness and focus.

Selective Attention

The focusing of conscious awareness on a particular stimulus while ignoring others, essential for processing vast amounts of information efficiently.