Englishlike Nonwords (E

question 24

Multiple Choice

Englishlike nonwords (e.g., "HICE") are easier to perceive than strings of letters not resembling English words (e.g., "RSFK") because:

• A) they are encountered more often
• B) bigram detectors for more common letter combinations fire more readily
• C) they are more distinctive
• D) word detectors will respond to near-words as well as true words

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Definitions:

Moving Ahead

The process of progressing forward or advancing in personal, professional, or emotional aspects of one's life.

Fear

A negative feeling stemming from the perception that a person or object poses a risk, potentially leading to harm or danger.

Blind Pane

Part of the Johari Window model, referring to information that is known to others but not to oneself.

Self-disclosing

The act of sharing personal information, thoughts, or feelings with others, as a way to foster intimacy, trust, and understanding in relationships.