What are memory traces that represent objects, events, people, and so on that are not present at the time called?

A. Cognitions
B. Thoughts
C. A knowledge base
D. Mental representations


Answer: D

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Dexter, the television serial killer who is also a blood spatter evidence expert, devotes a great deal of effort to controlling himself and to controlling his victims. In terms of the three components of the self, this reflects Dexter's ____

a. self knowledge b. interpersonal self c. agent self d. true self

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Mr. and Mrs. Hopewell are concerned because they have been trying without success to have a baby for over a year. Which procedure would you recommend to them?

A) gene therapy B) genetic counseling C) genetic engineering D) fetal medicine

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Automaticity of behavior relies on what assumption?

A. Awareness of all that is happening in the present creates more uncertainty. B. Mindfulness will occur when we become less automatic in our daily behavior. C. Events do not come with evaluations, we impose them on our experiences. D. Quick, well-rehearsed behavior is the easiest behavior in which to engage.

Psychology