What Do Many Researchers Believe to Be True of Long-Term

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Multiple Choice

What do many researchers believe to be true of long-term potentiation (LTP) ?

• A) LTP may be the mechanism responsible for long-lasting depression.
• B) LTP may be responsible for biological constraints on learning.
• C) LTP may serve as the neural basis for motor response.
• D) LTP may serve as the neural basis for learning.

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Definitions:

Declarative Memory

The aspect of human memory that involves the capacity to recall factual information, such as events, facts, and concepts.

Working Memory

A component of short-term memory where information is temporarily held and manipulated for cognitive tasks such as learning, reasoning, and comprehension.

Hypnosis

A trance-like state characterized by heightened focus, concentration, and suggestibility.

Elaborative Rehearsal

A memory technique that involves thinking about the meaning of the information and connecting it to other knowledge the person has, to better retain the information.