The tendency to remember the first item on a list better than those in the middle of the list is known as the _______ principle

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


primacy

Psychology

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Mark is a firefighter. He will not have much trouble projecting an honest image about his courage using the impression management strategy of

a. ingratiation. c. exemplification. b. self-promotion. d. intimidation.

Psychology

Michelle is extremely relaxed and secure, and she seldom appears self-conscious when she is around others. Based on the Big Five model of personality, Michelle would probably score:

a. high in extroversion b. low in neuroticism c. high in agreeableness d. high in openness

Psychology

The string of digits 17749991941 is difficult for most people to remember, but breaking them up into 177, 999,1941 in a process called ____________ makes it easier.

A. method of loci B. deep processing C. chunking D. rehearsing

Psychology

Compared to someone first diagnosed with depression during adulthood, individuals who are diagnosed with depression in childhood are more likely to

a) develop bipolar disorder. b) develop schizophrenic symptoms. c) be committed to a mental institution. d) be symptom free for a long period of time.

Psychology