According to the network model, all of our activated knowledge is in which aspect of our memory?
A) sensory register
B) short-term memory
C) working memory
D) long-term memory
C) working memory. Working memory (WM) refers to the information that is currently active in the memory system and available for use in any mental task. From this "pool" of activated pieces of knowledge (i.e., stored information), a person focuses on some pieces for more detailed processing, but all of the activated information is considered to be in working memory.
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a. rats press the lever very rapidly when reinforcements are extinguished b. the response rate declines when the interval between reinforcements is shortened c. the frequency of reinforcers had no effect on how quickly the responses extinguished d. the timing of the reinforcement is unrelated to the number of responses
Currently, the preferences of the child in a custody dispute
A. is given no weight. B. is the biggest determining factor in the decision. C. is sometimes considered. D. is only considered if the child is over 13.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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