An Encoding Failure Occurs When _____

question 22

Multiple Choice

An encoding failure occurs when _____.

• A) information fails to be stored into long-term memory
• B) newly learned information interferes with pre-existing knowledge
• C) pre-existing knowledge interferes with newly learned information
• D) the number of neural connections decreases over time

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Definitions:

Treadle Valve

A type of foot-operated air valve used in heavy vehicles, controlling air pressure to the brakes when pressed.

Relay Piston

A relay piston is part of an automatic transmission's hydraulic system, used to amplify fluid pressure for shifting gears.

Secondary Circuit

An electrical circuit that receives power from a transformer or another circuit rather than directly from a power source, used in various electronic devices.

Low Pressure Warning

An alert system in vehicles, especially those with air brakes, that activates to indicate insufficient air pressure in the system, signaling potential brake failure.