AP Psychology: Memory 2

Question 1

What is the Atkinson-Shiffrin model of memory?

Accepted Answer

A three-stage model: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory

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A single-store model where all memories are processed equally

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A model that describes only visual memory

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A theory that memory is unlimited in capacity

Question 2

What is the misinformation effect discovered by Elizabeth Loftus?

Accepted Answer

Post-event information can alter a person's memory of the original event

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People cannot remember events accurately under any circumstances

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Leading questions have no effect on memory recall

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Only children are susceptible to false memories

Question 3

What is the difference between explicit and implicit memory?

Accepted Answer

Explicit memory requires conscious recall; implicit memory operates without conscious awareness

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Explicit memory is permanent; implicit memory is temporary

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Explicit memory stores facts; implicit memory stores emotions only

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There is no meaningful difference

Question 4

What is proactive interference?

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Previously learned information disrupts the recall of newly learned information

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New information disrupts recall of previously learned information

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Information is lost due to decay over time

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Memories are permanently erased by new learning

Question 5

What is long-term potentiation (LTP)?

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A lasting increase in synaptic strength following repeated stimulation

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The permanent loss of neural connections

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A temporary increase in neurotransmitter release

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The weakening of unused neural pathways

Question 6

What is the method of loci mnemonic technique?

Accepted Answer

Associating items to be remembered with specific locations along a familiar route

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Repeating information aloud multiple times

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Creating acronyms from the first letters of items

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Organizing information into hierarchical categories