17 Questions
What type of memory is more structured and contains general factual knowledge independent of personal experience?
Semantic Memory
Which process involves the gradual loss of information in Long-Term Memory?
Decay
What type of interference occurs when new information replaces old information in memory?
Retroactive Interference
Which hypothesis states that the amount of information retained in Long-Term Memory is proportional to the time spent rehearsing it?
Total Time Hypothesis
Which type of memory is associated with the meaning of verbal symbols in Long-Term Memory?
Semantic Memory
How can recall from memory be assisted according to the text?
By utilizing cues or hints
What type of reasoning involves drawing conclusions from specific cases to generalizations?
Inductive reasoning
Which type of reasoning progresses from general ideas to specific conclusions?
Deductive reasoning
What term in Gestalt Theory refers to when past experience hinders problem-solving abilities?
Functional Fixedness
Which type of reasoning involves moving from an event to its possible cause?
Abductive reasoning
Which theory of problem solving involves both productive and reproductive processes?
Gestalt Theory
What type of problem-solving theory involves generating problem states using legal operators and employing heuristics to select operators?
Problem Space Theory
What type of reasoning involves forming conclusions based on patterns or trends observed in specific cases?
Inductive reasoning
In problem-solving, which theory involves restructuring the problem space and employing heuristics to reach a solution?
Means-ends analysis
What type of reasoning is hindered when past experiences impact the ability to solve a problem?
Abductive reasoning
What type of error occurs when one has the right intention but fails to execute it correctly due to poor physical skills or inattention?
Slip
Which type of reasoning involves moving from a possible cause to an observed event, trying to explain it?
Abductive reasoning
Test your knowledge on reasoning and problem-solving concepts, including inductive, deductive, and abductive reasoning. Learn about the process of drawing conclusions and making inferences based on available information.
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