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100

Which of the following is the first stage in the Information Processing Theory?

A. Long-term memory

B. Short-term memory

C. Sensory memory

D. Working memory

E. Retrieval

C. Sensory memory

100

In Information Processing Theory, what is the main function of short-term memory?

  • A. To store information permanently
  • B. To process and analyze information
  • C. To receive sensory input
  • D. To transfer information to long-term memory
  • E. To retrieve information from long-term memory

D. To transfer information to long-term memory

100

Which of the following is a key factor that influences the efficiency of information processing?

  • A. The length of the information
  • B. The complexity of the information
  • C. The individual's age
  • D. The individual's attention and focus
  • E. The time of day the information is processed

D. The individual's attention and focus

200

Which process involves transforming sensory input into a format that can be stored in memory?

  • A. Retrieval
  • B. Encoding
  • C. Storage
  • D. Perception
  • E. Attention

B. Encoding

200

What term describes the phenomenon when previously learned information interferes with the recall of new information?

  • A. Retroactive interference
  • B. Proactive interference
  • C. Decay theory
  • D. Retrieval failure
  • E. Consolidation

B. Proactive interference

200

Which component of the Information Processing Theory is responsible for the manipulation and control of information?

  • A. Sensory memory
  • B. Short-term memory
  • C. Working memory
  • D. Long-term memory
  • E. Retrieval

C. Working memory

300

James is having trouble remembering the vocabulary words he learned in Spanish class last week. What technique from Information Processing Theory could help him transfer this information to his long-term memory?

  • A. Re-reading the vocabulary list once
  • B. Practicing the words with flashcards repeatedly over several days
  • C. Learning new vocabulary words while forgetting the old ones
  • D. Reading the vocabulary list aloud only once
  • E. Studying the words for a short period just before the test

B. Practicing the words with flashcards repeatedly over several days

300

Lena is trying to solve a complex math problem but keeps getting distracted by notifications on her phone. According to Information Processing Theory, which process is being affected by these distractions?

  • A. Encoding
  • B. Storage
  • C. Retrieval
  • D. Selective attention
  • E. Consolidation

D. Selective attention

300

Tom is working on a project that requires him to recall and use information from various subjects he learned last year. He is finding it difficult to remember specific details. Which component of Information Processing Theory explains this difficulty?

  • A. Sensory memory
  • B. Short-term memory
  • C. Working memory
  • D. Long-term memory retrieval
  • E. Encoding failure

D. Long-term memory retrieval