Which of the Following Is Defined as the Gold Standard

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is defined as the gold standard of evidence in evidence-based practice?

• A) Research
• B) Randomized clinical trials
• C) Best practices
• D) Community development model

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Definitions:

Directed Forgetting

A psychological process in which individuals intentionally try to forget information, revealing the active control people have over their memory.

Eyewitness Testimony

Evidence provided by people who witnessed a particular event or crime, which can be highly influential but sometimes unreliable.

Motivated Forgetting

A psychological theory suggesting individuals may forget unwanted information as a mechanism to deal with emotional distress or conflict.

Mnemonics

Memory aids, especially those techniques that use vivid imagery and organizational devices to enhance the recall of information.