You looked up a friend's address for a letter you wrote. Suddenly the phone rings--wrong number. Even though you were interrupted for only a few seconds, you've forgotten the address. Which memory system failed you?
a) sensory memory
b) long-term memory
c) permanent memory
d) short-term memory
ANS: d
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A cortical cell originally responded to stimulation of the middle finger. After amputation of that finger, it begins responding to the second and fourth fingers. Which action most likely accounts for this?
a. synaptic reorganization b. growth of completely new axons c. altered pattern of blood vessels in the brain d. a psychotic reaction
The DSM is best described as having a(n) ____ perspective.?
a. ?social b. ?psychoanalytic c. ?behavioral d. ?atheoretical
The __________ is an assessment device employed shortly after birth to assess the current
functioning of the neonate. Fill in the blanks with correct word