According to Treisman’s attenuation theory, the cocktail party effect occurs because ______.
a. words like your own name have permanently lowered thresholds for recognition
b. your name is primed by the context of the conversation
c. perception of expected information is easier than perception of unexpected information
d. its physical characteristics make it “stand out” from surrounding conversation
a. words like your own name have permanently lowered thresholds for recognition
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Which of the following is not likely to be included on a questionnaire designed to collect data about children's behavior?
a. peer nominations c. self-reporting b. a measure of IQ d. descriptions of behaviors
During a recent study session, your friend asks you to explain what the locus coeruleus does. You explain the locus coeruleus is part of the hindbrain responsible for
A. emotional response. B. sexual arousal. C. balance. D. directing attention.
Consolidation is storing new memories for access when needed.
a. true b. false
The case study method can be useful for:
A. knowing how two variables are related in a given sample. B. establishing causality. C. generating new hypotheses. D. proving a hypothesis to the scientific community.