To Learn How to Spell Rhinoceros, Paula Repeats the Letters

question 38

Multiple Choice

To learn how to spell rhinoceros, Paula repeats the letters of the word over and over again without really thinking about what she is saying. Considering research findings about the effectiveness of rehearsal, we can predict that Paula's strategy will be:

• A) Highly effective
• B) Effective only if she says the letters in a very loud voice
• C) Effective only if she says the letters slowly (e.g., at a rate of one letter per second)
• D) Relatively ineffective

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Definitions:

Heritability

The degree to which the variations in a trait from one person to another can be attributed to genetic factors.

Hypersensitivity

An exaggerated or inappropriate response by the immune system to a substance that is normally harmless.

Transitivity

The ability in logic and mathematics to understand that if a relationship exists between A and B, and B and C, then that relationship exists between A and C.

Plasticity

The capacity of the brain to change and adapt in response to experience, learning, or injury.