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What is the main difference between given information and new information in the context of inter-individual communication?

Given information is easier to forget, while new information is more challenging to remember.

Given information is always semantically incorrect, while new information is always factually accurate.

Given information is stored in procedural memory, while new information is stored in episodic memory.

Given information is information that the listener already knows, while new information is what the listener is hearing for the first time. (correct)

According to Rundus (1971), why do individuals exhibit a primacy effect in memory recall?

As a result of proactive interference that decreases memory accuracy.

Due to participants having more time to rehearse items they heard from the list. (correct)

Because semantic information is stored more effectively than visual or auditory information.

Since recognition of words or sentences is easier than recalling them from memory.

What type of memory was primarily affected in Henry Molaison (HM) due to his surgery?

Procedural memory

Semantic memory

Episodic memory (correct)

Working memory

In the context of conversation, what does 'common ground' refer to?

Mental knowledge and beliefs shared among conversational parties. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of long-term memory involves knowledge of facts that cannot be traced to a particular event but can be explicitly accessed?

Semantic memory Signup and view all the answers

In the context of communication, what is the purpose of the 'given-new contract' for speakers?

To combine both familiar and unfamiliar information for effective communication Signup and view all the answers

What did Rundus (1971) suggest as the reason behind the primacy effect observed in memory recall experiments?

Participants rehearsed items at the beginning of the list more frequently Signup and view all the answers

What type of memory impairment did Henry Molaison (HM) experience following his surgery?

Significant anterograde amnesia Signup and view all the answers

Which type of memory is typically associated with knowledge of how to coordinate motor skills to perform a task?

Procedural memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between recall and recognition in terms of memory?

Recall requires producing information from memory, while recognition involves identifying previously seen information. Signup and view all the answers