An item is easier to remember ________
a. if it is part of our episodic memory
b. the fewer links or associations it has in long-term memory
c. if it is stored in short-term memory
d. the more links or associations it has in long-term memory
Answer: d
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b. Prevent any contact with the feared stimulus for at least a week. c. Provide positive reinforcement for the avoidance response, on an interval schedule. d. Provide positive reinforcement for the avoidance response, on a ratio schedule.
Chapter 5 discusses a meta-analysis that focused on the available research about gender comparisons in verbal ability. On the basis of that meta-analysis, the authors concluded that
a. gender similarities now seem to be the norm. b. gender differences have previously been small, but they are now increasing. c. there had never been any gender differences in this area, and none are found currently. d. the largest cognitive gender differences in the area of cognitive ability are in verbal skills.
On average, organizations annually spend about _____ per employee on training
a. $200 b. $1,100 c. $5,600 d. $5,600
Thomas was always outspoken in class and regularly interrupted the teacher. His behavior carried over to outside class discussions as well. You would most likely attribute his behavior to
a. his personality. c. peer pressure. b. the class environment. d. his culture.