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Cognitive Processes and Mental Representation Quiz

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#1

Which term refers to the mental process of organizing sensory input into meaningful patterns?

Perception
Explanation

Organizing sensory input into meaningful patterns.

#2

Which cognitive process involves the mental manipulation of information in order to problem-solve or make decisions?

Problem-solving
Explanation

Mental manipulation of information for problem-solving and decision-making.

#3

What is the term used to describe the mental process of recalling previously learned information?

Retrieval
Explanation

Recalling previously learned information.

#4

What is the term used to describe the process of mentally rehearsing or repeating information to aid in memory retention?

Rehearsal
Explanation

Mentally rehearsing or repeating information for memory retention.

#5

What is the term used to describe the mental process of interpreting and giving meaning to sensory information?

Perception
Explanation

Interpreting and giving meaning to sensory information.

#6

What is the primary function of schemas in cognitive psychology?

To organize and interpret information
Explanation

Organizing and interpreting information through schemas.

#7

Which theory suggests that cognitive processes involve the manipulation of mental representations similar to how a computer processes information?

Information processing theory
Explanation

Cognitive processes involve manipulating mental representations like a computer.

#8

What is the term used to describe the mental process of breaking down information into smaller parts to enhance memory?

Chunking
Explanation

Breaking down information into smaller parts for memory enhancement.

#9

What term describes the mental process of representing external reality internally through mental images?

Mental representation
Explanation

Representing external reality internally through mental images.

#10

In cognitive psychology, what does the term 'working memory' refer to?

Temporary storage and manipulation of information
Explanation

Temporary storage and manipulation of information.

#11

Which concept in cognitive psychology refers to the tendency to perceive objects as existing in a continuous whole rather than as discrete parts?

Gestalt principles
Explanation

Tendency to perceive objects as a continuous whole.

#12

According to dual-coding theory, which type of information is processed more effectively by the human brain?

Both verbal and visual information
Explanation

Human brain processes both verbal and visual information effectively.

#13

What is the term used to describe the mental process of representing abstract concepts and relationships?

Symbolic representation
Explanation

Representing abstract concepts and relationships mentally.

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