If distractors are very similar to the correct item on a multiple choice test,
a. there will be a lack of recognition for the information.
b. a false sense of recognition may occur for the information.
c. the serial position effect is likely to occur, regarding the information.
d. redintegration is likely to occur, regarding the information.
A
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a. ?reinforce successive approximations of the desired response b. ?utilize a mixture of punishment and reinforcement c. ?pair an unconditioned response with a conditioned one d. ?reward his son only after the final desired response is performed
According to meta-analyses, which of the following is the most effective way to reduce absenteeism?
a. Games b. Wellness programs c. Well pay d. Discipline
Which one of the following statements best explains the meaning of "science as conservative"?
a. The results of scientific research generally tend to support the status quo. b. The majority of scientists are conservative in political outlook. c. Scientists are less affected by what is going on in the world around them. d. The dependence of scientists on outside support of their research subjects them to political pressure.
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A. context-specific memory. B. the primacy effect. C. parallel distributed processing. D. mood congruent memory.