_____ Occurs When a Stimulus Shares Some, but Not All

question 12

Multiple Choice

_____ occurs when a stimulus shares some, but not all, of the characteristics that allow it to fit neatly in an existing category.

• A) Assimilation
• B) Accommodation
• C) Contrast
• D) Extinction

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Definitions:

Paying Attention

The act of focusing cognitive resources on a particular stimulus or task, while filtering out distractions.

Professor's Lecture

An educational talk given by a professor to students, usually as part of a university or college course, intended to convey knowledge on a particular subject.

Chunking

A memory strategy that involves grouping information into smaller, manageable units to enhance retention and recall.

Larger Familiar Units

Extended family structures or groups beyond the nuclear family, often encompassing grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives.