Psychology Memory

What does the term “memory” refer to in cognitive psychology?

• The ability to speak

• The ability to remember information

• The ability to run

• The ability to breathe

What is the definition of implicit memory?

• a memory from a long time ago

• knowledge that we cannot consciously access

• memory of events

• memory of feelings

What is the definition of explicit memory?

• Knowledge that is subconscious

• Knowledge or experiences that can be consciously remembered

• Experiences that happened a long time ago

• The feelings you experiences when you do something

What type of memory is demonstrated in this example?

• Sensory Memory

• Explicit Memory

• Long Term Memory

• Implicit Memory

What type of memory is demonstrated in the example?

• Long Term Memory

• Explicit Memory

• Implicit Memory

• Short Term Memory

What is meant by "mental synthesis"?

• The process of breaking down mental representations by the prefrontal cortex into smaller elements

• The process of erasing existing mental representations by the posterior cortex

• The process of storing mental representations by the prefrontal cortex in long-term memory

• The process of combining different mental elements by the prefrontal cortex to form a new mental representation

What does Mental Synthesis Theory say about how imagination works?

• If separate neuronal ensembles activated at the same time they appear as one image and time is key

• If separate neuronal ensembles activated in a sequence they appear as one image but time is key

• It says that the brain activates two or more images from different parts of the brain structure

• It says that memory activation, decision making and planning happen at the same time

What is the role of the hippocampus in memory?

• A) It stores long-term memories

• B) It processes sensory information

• C) It regulates emotions

• D) It is responsible for motor skills

Which of the following is an example of procedural memory?

• A) Remembering your first day at school

• B) Knowing how to ride a bicycle

• C) Recalling a friend's phone number

• D) Recognizing a familiar face

What is the definition of working memory?

• A) A type of long-term memory

• B) The ability to hold and manipulate information in mind over short periods

• C) Memory of past experiences

• D) Memory of skills and tasks