The fact that few people can accurately describe a penny even though they have handled thousands of them is an example of __________

a) encoding failure.
b) retroactive interference.
c) proactive interference.
d) elaboration failure.


a Explanation: A lack of adequate attention at the time of encoding causes this
phenomenon, and is called an encoding failure.

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The just noticeable difference (JND) is the:

A) decreasing sensitivity to a stimulus over time. B) minimal change in a stimulus that can just barely be detected. C) minimal intensity needed to just barely detect a stimulus. D) ability to detect a stimulus in the presence of noise.

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Darnell has an anxious attachment style. How did his attachment style likely develop?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which disorder is characterized by marked symptoms of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder?

A. schizoaffective disorder B. shared psychotic disorders C. schizophreniform disorder d. brief psychotic disorder

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