The acronym CAI refers to the use of computers to provide tutorial information and drill-and-practice routines.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 2Kristen has a difficult time retrieving the answers to simple multiplication problems from memory, causing her to spend a great deal of time on each word problem she encounters on tests. According to the limited-resource model, Kristen has trouble on math exams because
a. her poor math fact retrieval taxes her cognitive resources to the point of usurping energy from other processes.
b. she has limited knowledge of and experience with solving mathematical word problems.
c. she has limited knowledge of and experience with problem solving that requires memory resources.
d. numerical information does not flow through the proper memory sequence for Kristen to successfully solve math problems.
Question 3In recent years, controversy has swirled around the introduction of Nickelodeon and similar programs in public schools.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4According to limited-resource models of cognition, if a substantial amount of mental effort is expended on ________, then less space is available for storage or retention.
a. responses c. reactions
b. operations d. all of these
Question 5Jesse has begun watching Mister Rogers' Neighborhood regularly. Based on Friedrich and Stein's research, he is likely to show and increase in prosocial interpersonal behaviors.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 6The information-processing model that emphasizes the allocation of finite energy within the cognitive system is called the
a. limited-resource model. c. working-memory model.
b. cognitive-load model. d. the multistore model.
Question 7One substantive concern about infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who watch large amounts of television involves the potential for developing emotional problems.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 8In multistore models, the executive decision maker, called the ________, oversees the communications among the structures of the information-processing system. After a decision is made, the ________ functions to help the person answer.
a. psychological executive; central processor
b. resource processor; central processor
c. central processor; response system
d. resource processor; response center