Alex and Jacob Are Thinking of All the Words That

question 32

Multiple Choice

Alex and Jacob are thinking of all the words that rhyme with 'pat'.According to Baddeley,which component of working memory would they be using to accomplish this task?

• A)the central executive.
• B)a visuospatial sketchpad.
• C)a phonological loop.
• D)procedural memory.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral concept wherein the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a particular behavior.

Unpleasant Consequence

An unfavorable result or effect that occurs following a specific action or decision, often serving as a deterrent for such behaviors in the future.

Intermittent Schedule

A timetable for actions or activities that occur at irregular intervals, rather than continuously or at a regular pace.

Reinforcement

In psychology and management, a strategy of encouraging a desired behavior by presenting a positive stimulus following that behavior.