Which of the Following Statements About Verbatims Is True

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about verbatims is true?

• A) One can use verbatims in the textual report but not in live presentations.
• B) Researchers should select verbatims that are more memorable rather than revealing of patterns in their data.
• C) Verbatims are quotes from fellow researchers who are not directly involved in the study.
• D) Verbatims can be used to underscore important points.
• E) Verbatims are quotes from the researcher who conducts a particular study.

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Definitions:

Chunking

A memory strategy that involves organizing information into manageable units or chunks.

Short-Term Memory

The capability to maintain a small volume of information in a condition of ready availability for a short time.

Short-Term Memory

The capacity for holding a small amount of information in an active, readily available state for a short period of time.

Magic Number

A term often used to refer to the number 7±2, which psychology suggests is the span of working memory, or the maximum number of items an individual can maintain in cognizant thought at once.