In a Memory-Span Task,Joey Hears a Short List of Stimuli-Usually

question 47

Multiple Choice

In a memory-span task,Joey hears a short list of stimuli-usually digits¾presented at a rapid pace (one per second,for example) .Then he is asked to repeat the digits.The test is an assessment of _____ memory.

• A)short-term
• B)long-term
• C)assessment
• D)none of these

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Definitions:

Appetitive

Refers to behaviors or processes associated with seeking out and approaching positive or desired stimuli.

Fixed Patterns

A term that refers to repeatable and predictable behaviors or sequences observed in natural or designed systems.

Taxes

Movements or orientations of an organism in response to external stimuli.

Fixed Action Patterns

Instinctive behavioral sequences that are relatively invariant within the species and are triggered by specific stimuli.