________ is thought to be a biological mechanism of long-term memory
a. Deep processing
b. Long-term potentiation
c. Priming
d. Temporary changes in the release of neurotransmitters
Answer: b
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a. negatively correlated. b. positively correlated. c. causally related. d. prospectively related.
Regarding SIDS and infant suffocation, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. A risk factor for SIDS includes a baby's bed that contains soft objects, like comforters and pillows. b. SIDS rarely occurs after an infant is one year old. c. The safest position for most infants is sleeping on their stomach. d. Many infant suffocation deaths can be attributed to overlaying.
Brandon wants to cut down on smoking. So, he removes ashtrays, matches, and extra cigarettes from his house and office, keeping them only in the car. Of the strategies listed in your textbook for breaking a bad habit, Brandon is using the one involving
a. breaking up response chains. b. cues and antecedents. c. alternate responses. d. negative reinforcement.
In an experiment on the effects of gamma rays on the growth of morning glory flowers, the independent variable would be
a. intensity of the gamma rays. b. morning glory flowers. c. growth of the flowers. d. the botanist.