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Problem
A. Using the dual coding hypothesis, give examples of words that should be relatively easy and relatively difficult to remember according to this hypothesis.
B. Why does visual imagery enhance memory, according to the relational organizational hypothesis? What evidence exists for this hypothesis?
C. Name a factor that does, and one that does not, affect the speed of mental rotation
D. How do Barbara Tversky's studies of mental maps support a propositional view of imagery?
E. What are the five principles of visual imagery? How are these principles helpful for memory?
F. Define what is meant by the four levels on which language is structured (phonological, syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic).
G. Why is it not clear to say "I need to go to the bank?" Explain why semantics are necessary.
H. What is language acquisition? When do children start uttering two-word phrases?
I. Give an example of a context effect at the level of phonemes.
J. Why is context important for language?
K. What are griceans maxims of conversation?
L. What benefits are associated with bilingualism?
M. Give an example of a well-defined problem and an ill-defined problem.
N. Describe any three strategies for problem solving discussed in lecture.
O. Give an example of how functional fixedness might hinder your attempts to find a solution to a real-world problem.
P. How do expert problem solvers differ from non-experts?
Q. "Taking a break from problem solving helps you achieve a solution because your brain works on the problem unconsciously while you are away from it." Discuss the evidence for or against this statement.