Information-processing theorists use an analogy of a computer when discussing the human mind
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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the stimulus. a. William James b. Ludwig Lange c. Narziss Ach d. Charles Darwin
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a) Don’t cram—engaging in distributed practice over a few days or weeks is more effective. b) Make flashcards quickly before you forget the information. c) Cram right before the test because it’s the best way to recall the information. d) Make the material you’re studying into nonsense material so you can remember it.
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