Which of the Following Statements About Sensory Memory Is FALSE

question 268

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sensory memory is FALSE?

• A) Memory researchers believe there is a separate sensory memory for each sense.
• B) One function of sensory memory is to briefly store our sensory impressions.
• C) Visual sensory memory holds information longer than auditory sensory memory.
• D) Visual sensory memory only lasts for about half a second.

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that has acquired the property of reinforcing behaviors through association with a primary reinforcer.

Watson

John B. Watson was an American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of observable behaviors.

Pavlov

Refers to Ivan Pavlov, a Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, especially demonstrated through his experiments with dogs and the conditioned reflex.

Skinner

B.F. Skinner, an American psychologist known for his work in behaviorism and experimental analysis of behavior.