What is a memory? Flashcards
1
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Define memory:
A
The process of retaining information over time.
2
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What is the 1st stage of the memory process?
A
Encoding.
3
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What is the 2nd stage of the memory process?
A
Storage.
4
Q
What is the 3rd stage of the memory process?
A
Retrieval.
5
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Define encoding:
A
The process of transforming information to put it into memory.
6
Q
Define storage:
A
The process of maintaining information in our minds.
7
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Define retrieval:
A
The process of taking a memory out of storage.
8
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What are the two types retrieval?
A
- Recall.
- Recognition.
9
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Define memory recall:
A
Consciously re-accessing a memory without having to be reminded of the memory first.
10
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Define memory recognition:
A
Retrieving a memory once they’re shown the memory again, because it feels familiar to them.
