Encoding a Word on the Basis of Its Meaning Produces

question 176

Multiple Choice

Encoding a word on the basis of its meaning produces a better memory of the word than encoding a word on the basis of its sound.This best illustrates the value of

• A) iconic memory.
• B) deep processing.
• C) the spacing effect.
• D) chunking.

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Definitions:

Cerebellar Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebellum in the brain, involved in the regulation and coordination of movement, posture, and balance.

Vagus Nerve

A cranial nerve that innervates major organs, including the heart and digestive tract, playing a crucial role in autonomic functions like heart rate and digestion.

Glossopharyngeal Nerve

The ninth cranial nerve, which is responsible for taste and other functions in the tongue and throat.

Spinal Reflex Arc

A neural pathway that mediates a reflex action involving the spinal cord, consisting of at least one sensory neuron and one motor neuron.