Using patterns to group information so we can store information in short-term memory is called ______.

a. rehearsal
b. chunking
c. trace updating
d. consolidation


Ans: B

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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One of the first challenges the hypnotist has in hypnotizing someone is to:

A. tell the individual to focus on an object B. create an expectation that hypnosis is an interesting experience C. suggest that the individual is feeling sleepy D. create a sense of trust with the individual

Psychology

One criticism of law-enforcement procedures has been the use of race- based profiling by police officers. Maryland state troopers' records over three years showed that, of all motorists on Interstate I-95, 75% were White and 17% were Black. What percentage of stops with searches involved those who were Black?

A. 17% B. 34% C. 55% D. 70%

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