Which of the Following Was One of the Most Important

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was one of the most important advantages that made European colonialism so successful?

• A) the internal combustion engine
• B) the ability to travel long distances
• C) Christianity
• D) centralized, state societies

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Definitions:

Memory Consolidation

The biological process through which memories are transformed from a transient and fragile status to a more permanent and robust state; according to most researchers, consolidation occurs over the course of several hours.

Primacy Effect

In free recall, the tendency to recall the first items on the list more readily than those in the middle.

Recency Effect

is the tendency to remember the most recently presented information best.

Personally Relevant

Pertaining directly to or having a direct impact on an individual's personal life, interests, or situations.