The Encoding Specificity Principle States That

question 149

Multiple Choice

The encoding specificity principle states that:

• A) only similar kinds of information can be encoded together
• B) anything encoded with information can be a retrieval cue for that information
• C) similar kinds of information are encoded into common schemas
• D) associative networks are formed of similarly encoded pieces of information

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Definitions:

Remembering New Information

The process of encoding, storing, and retrieving new data or facts for future use.

Adequate Sleep

Adequate sleep refers to the amount of rest required for an individual to be fully rested and functional, varying by age and lifestyle but typically ranging from 7 to 9 hours for adults.

Body Balance

Refers to the physiological processes that maintain the body's stability and orientation in space, often associated with the inner ear and vestibular system.

Limbic System

A sophisticated network of nerves and pathways in the brain, situated around the cortex's periphery, responsible for instincts and emotions. It governs fundamental feelings and motivations.