In Sperling's Study of Sensory Memory, Participants Looked at Three

question 109

Multiple Choice

In Sperling's study of sensory memory, participants looked at three rows of letters flashed for one-twentieth of a second. In this study, the dependent variable was:

• A) sensory memory
• B) the row of letters
• C) the number of letters remembered
• D) the tones indicating which row to recall

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Definitions:

Semantic Memory

A type of long-term memory involving the storage and recall of general knowledge and facts about the world.

Limbic System

A detailed mesh of neurons and pathways in the brain, found close to the cortex's outer limits, essential for the regulation of innate tendencies and mood variations. It manages primary feelings (such as joy, fear, and hostility) and basic desires (hunger, sexual drives, leadership, and offspring protection).

Amygdala

A set of neurons located deep within the temporal lobe of the brain, involved in experiencing emotions, particularly fear and pleasure.

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobe, which is responsible for complex cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning.