Nellie Sees a Set of Words Printed in Different Colors

question 7

Multiple Choice

Nellie sees a set of words printed in different colors on a computer and she must name the color of each word as rapidly as possible.Which of the following best describes the task that Nellie is doing?

• A)negative priming
• B)schema
• C)Stroop
• D)in vivo

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Definitions:

Substance

In the context of health and psychology, often refers to psychoactive drugs that can affect mental processes and that may be subject to abuse.

Self-Concept

An individual's perception of self, encompassing beliefs, feelings, and thoughts about one's identity and abilities.

Preoperational Stage

The second stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring roughly between the ages of 2 and 7, characterized by symbolic thinking, egocentrism, and a lack of logical reasoning.

Sensorimotor Stage

The first stage of cognitive development in Piaget's theory, where infants learn about the environment through their senses and actions.