Hans Bought a Chess Software Program and Practices Every Day

question 260

Multiple Choice

Hans bought a chess software program and practices every day because he is highly motivated to become the top player on his college chess team. Hans's behavior and goal reflect a high level of:

• A) achievement motivation.
• B) power motivation.
• C) sensation seeking.
• D) competence motivation.

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Definitions:

Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory which allows the ability to retain impressions of sensory information after the original stimuli have ended.

Physical Characteristics

attributes or features of an object or organism that can be observed or measured, such as size, shape, color, and texture.

Short-term Storage

A component of memory where small amounts of information can be temporarily kept for a short period.

Dual Codes

A theory in cognitive psychology that suggests information is stored in either verbal or visual form in the human mind.