Before studying for the midterm exam, Class A was told to expect a multiple-choice test and Class B was told to expect an essay test. Both classes actually got a multiple-choice test, and Class A performed better on the test. This result is most consistent with the __________ model of memory.
A. levels-of-processing
B. information-processing
C. parallel distributed processing
D. transfer-appropriate processing
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?
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