Double Dissociations in Memory Are Important Because They

question 60

Multiple Choice

Double dissociations in memory are important because they

• A)provide strong evidence for separate memory systems.
• B)remain unchallenged by contemporary standards.
• C)provided early evidence of the extent of H.M.'s amnesia.
• D)suggest that damage to any area of the brain will impact all memory functioning.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Performance

The effectiveness of processes such as attention, memory, reasoning, and problem-solving in the functioning of the mind.

Memory Study

An investigation or research focused on understanding various aspects of memory, including its processes, types, and factors affecting its accuracy.

Dinosaurs

Dinosaurs were a diverse group of reptiles that lived during the Mesozoic Era, ranging from small feathered creatures to the largest land animals that have ever existed.

Heuristic Approach

A problem-solving strategy that employs a practical method, not guaranteed to be optimal, perfect, or rational, but sufficient for reaching an immediate goal.