While Mary Was Reading a Story About the Australian Outback

question 454

Multiple Choice

While Mary was reading a story about the Australian outback adventures of Billy and his dog, she had no problem visualizing the arid countryside, the unusual animals that lived there, and the various people that Billy and his dog met in their journeys. Mary was using:

• A) mental imagery.
• B) a mental set.
• C) an algorithm.
• D) a heuristic.

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Definitions:

Environmental Justice

The equitable treatment and significant participation of individuals from all backgrounds, irrespective of their race, skin color, nationality, or economic status, in the creation, execution, and application of environmental regulations, laws, and policies.

Ecological Footprint

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Water Area

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Urban Areas

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