Describe the information processing model of memory, focusing on the different types of memory. Describe and differentiate each type, giving special attention to the "subtypes" of the longest-lasting memory.
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The model states that there are three types of memory, Sensory, Short-term or Working and Long-term. Sensory memory is brief, working memory lasts less than a half minute unless one repeats it to keep it in short-term or working memory. Short-term or working memory can be encoded to put the memory into long-term memory, from which it can be retrieved to short-term or working memory.
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a. Having a forward-minded attitude helps reduce stress in the present b. The attitude, “This too shall pass,” can be an effective way of dealing with stress c. Both of the above d. Neither of the above
Explain how the calculation of the variance terms in an ANOVA change for within-subjects designs.
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a. somatic b. sympathetic c. ?parasympathetic d. ?endocrine
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approximately what percentage would report that they had such symptoms during the past year? a) 5% b) 10% c) 20% d) 40%