In a Classic Experiment, a Psychologist Read a Short Passage

question 192

Multiple Choice

In a classic experiment, a psychologist read a short passage in Greek to his son every day when the boy was between 15 months and 3 years of age.At age 8, he was asked to recall the passage, to recognize the passage, and later to memorize the original quotations and others of equal difficulty.The results of the experiment showed that

• A)the boy exhibited no recall of the passage.
• B)the boy lacked recognition of the passage when presented with the original passage and other Greek passages.
• C)the boy memorized the original passage 25 percent faster than other Greek passages, showing evidence of relearning.
• D)all of these were occurred.

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Definitions:

Calf Region

The posterior part of the lower leg, made up of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles.

Caudal Vein

A vein located in the tail region of animals, especially noted in veterinary contexts, facilitating blood return from the tail.

Posterior Vena Cava

The large vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the lower and middle body into the heart.

Hepatic Portal Vein

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