Distinguish Between Controlled Processing and Automatic Processing, and Give a Concrete

question 28

Essay

Distinguish between controlled processing and automatic processing, and give a concrete example to illustrate each one. Also, describe two advantages of learning something to a level of automaticity.

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Definitions:

Approximately

Used to indicate that a number is not exact, but close to a certain value.

Hyperpolarization

An increase in a cell's membrane potential, making it more negative and less likely to fire an action potential.

Neurotransmitter Release

The process by which neurons release chemical messengers into the synaptic cleft, allowing them to communicate with adjacent cells.

Decrease

Decrease refers to a reduction in quantity, size, intensity, or the level of something.