Question 1

Your street address,telephone number,and social security number are stored in

Accepted Answer

Street address, telephone number, and social security number are information that we need to remember and recall over long periods of time. As a result, they are stored in long-term memory. Short-term memory is used for recalling information over the span of several seconds to a minute, while sensory memory only holds onto information for a few seconds at most. Numerical memory is not a recognized type of memory.

Question 2

Most people cannot store the following list of letters in short term memory.G O T O Y O U R B E D R O O M However,if the letters are grouped meaningfully into words,they fit short term's memory span: Go to your bedroom.This illustrates:

Accepted Answer

Chunking is the process of grouping individual pieces of information into larger units or chunks based on some pattern or organization. In this case, the letters "GOTOYOURBEDROOM" are chunked into the meaningful phrase "Go to your bedroom," which is easier for our short-term memory to store and retrieve.

Question 3

Most people cannot store the following list of letters in short-term memory. G O T O Y O U R B E D R O O M However,if the letters are grouped meaningfully into words,they fit short-term's memory span: Go to your bedroom.This illustrates _________.

Accepted Answer

Chunking is the process of organizing information into smaller, meaningful units or chunks, which helps to increase the capacity of short-term memory. In this example, grouping the letters into words (chunks) allowed them to be stored in short-term memory more easily. The other answer choices (B) backward masking, (C) verbal coding, and (D) selective attention do not accurately describe the phenomenon illustrated in this example.

Question 4

Chunking aids:

Accepted Answer

Chunking aids retention by organizing information into manageable units, making it easier to remember.

Question 5

Which memory system provides us with a very brief image of all the stimuli present at a particular moment?

Accepted Answer

Sensory register is the memory system that provides us with a very brief image of all the stimuli present at a particular moment. This is also known as sensory memory or iconic memory. It is a temporary memory system that holds information for a few seconds and allows us to process and perceive the environment around us.

Question 6

The state psychology association has invited teams from all the colleges in the state to compete in a Psych Bowl.The teams will answer questions such as "Who founded the first psychology laboratory?" Where is this information stored?

Accepted Answer

Information about historical facts such as who founded the first psychology laboratory is typically stored in long-term memory, which is information that is stored for a longer duration of time and may require conscious effort to retrieve. Short-term memory, on the other hand, is used for more immediate and temporary storage of information, while conceptual memory refers to a person's understanding of abstract concepts and ideas. Primary memory is not a commonly used term in psychology.

Question 7

The type of memory that is most like an encyclopedia or a dictionary is __________.

Accepted Answer

Semantic memory refers to factual knowledge about the world, including concepts, language, and general knowledge. This is most similar to an encyclopedia or dictionary, which contain factual information. Emotional memory refers to the storage of emotional experiences, while episodic memory is the recollection of past personal experiences. Procedural memory is the memory for how to do things, such as riding a bike or playing an instrument.

Question 8

Verbal and visual codes are types of _______ encoding.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Verbal and visual codes are types of...

Question 9

The average memory span consists of _______ items.

Accepted Answer

According to research, the average memory span is around seven items. This is commonly referred to as the "magic number seven." However, it is important to note that individual memory spans can vary and can be influenced by factors such as age, cognitive ability, and attention span.

Question 10

The portion of long-term memory that stores specific information that has personal meaning is called __________ memory.

Accepted Answer

Episodic memory stores personal experiences and events that have occurred at a specific time and place. It is a type of long-term memory that allows individuals to remember autobiographical events that are unique to their lives. Emotional memory is related to the storage of memories associated with strong emotions, but it is not specific to personal experiences. Semantic memory is responsible for the storage of general knowledge and facts, while procedural memory is related to the storage of motor skills and habits.

Question 11

Information is grouped for storage in short-term memory through the process of __________.

Accepted Answer

Chunking is the process of grouping information together to increase the capacity of short-term memory. This can be done by organizing information into smaller, more manageable units or chunks. Rote rehearsal involves repeating information over and over again, cueing involves using external stimuli to trigger the recall of information, and categorizing involves grouping information based on common characteristics or categories, but these processes are not specifically focused on short-term memory storage.

Question 12

Memory span is a characteristic of:

Accepted Answer

Memory span refers to the number of items that can be held in short-term memory at one time, typically ranging from 5-9 items. Therefore, memory span is a characteristic of short-term memory.

Question 13

Hermann Ebbinghaus found that memory is best immediately after we learn information,and we gradually forget more as time passes.What name is given to this observation?

Accepted Answer

This observation is known as the curve of forgetting, which shows that we forget more over time after initially learning information.

Question 14

Steve was recalling his first day in college,including walking into the wrong class,dropping his books as he left,and the long line at the registrar's office he encountered when he had to switch classes.These memories are examples of

Accepted Answer

The memories of Steve's first day in college, such as walking into the wrong class, dropping his books, and encountering a long line at the registrar's office are all specific events that he experienced, making them examples of episodic memory. Episodic memory refers to our ability to recall personal experiences and events that have occurred in our lives.

Question 15

The short-term memory capacity (digit-span)in a normal adult is about:

Accepted Answer

The commonly accepted capacity for short-term memory or digit-span in a normal adult is 7 +/- 2, which means that it can hold around 7 to 9 items. Therefore, option B (7 or 8 items) is the best choice.

Question 16

Information is grouped for storage in short-term memory through a process called _______.

Accepted Answer

Chunking is the process of grouping information together into smaller, more manageable units in order to increase the amount of information that can be held in short-term memory. Categorizing can also aid in this process, but it is not the specific process described in the question. Rehearsal involves actively repeating information in order to keep it in short-term memory, and cueing involves using external stimuli to aid in the retrieval of information from long-term memory.

Question 17

Most normal adults have a memory span:

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is D because all of the other choices are true.

Question 18

Which type of memory is concerned with remembering the day your parents bought you a car?

Accepted Answer

Episodic memory is the type of memory that is concerned with remembering specific events or experiences, such as the day your parents bought you a car. This type of memory is often autobiographical and tied to a particular time and place. Implicit memory refers to unconscious memories, such as motor skills or priming effects, while semantic memory is concerned with general knowledge and facts. Procedural memory involves remembering how to perform specific tasks or skills.

Question 19

Chunking is a means of _______________.

Accepted Answer

Chunking involves organizing information into meaningful units or chunks, which can improve memory and recall. It does not involve immediately forgetting details, arranging details hierarchically, or storing long-term memories.

Question 20

Chunking is a means of _______.

Accepted Answer

Chunking involves organizing information into meaningful units or chunks, making it easier to remember and retain. It does not involve immediately forgetting irrelevant details, arranging details into a hierarchy, or storing long-term memories.

Quiz 10: Memory