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8. Sequence of events
Definition
Select the correct order.
Example
In vision, sensory information takes which of the following routes
A. receptors, sensory nerves, medulla, cerebral cortex
B. sensory nerves, receptors, cerebrum, cerebral cortex
C. receptors, sensory nerves, thalamus, cerebral cortex
D. sensory nerves, receptors, hippocampus, cerebral cortex
Strategy
Draw flowcharts to remember the order of events.
Watch out for: processes, timelines, pathways
9. Rephrased as a scenario
Definition
Recognize a key term described in an example.
Example
Indiana Jones looks at the ground near his feet. He hears a hissing
sound and sees a long thin shape with scales. From this information
only, he determines the object is a snake. He is using _________
processing.
A. ecological
B. top-down
C. sequential
D. bottom-up
Strategy
Create examples for every key term in your readings and lecture notes
Applying the definitions will improve your understanding and prepare you
for these multiple choice questions
10. Degree of applicability
Definition
Pick the best option based on the scenario.
These questions often use words like most, major, main, least, least
likely, best, probably
Example
Dr. Johnson studies how juries make decisions as a group. She is most
likely a ________ psychologist.
A. quantitative
B. social
C. clinical
D. biological
Strategy
Compare and contrast key terms
A lot of terms can be similar, but you want to know how they are
different. These differences will help you identify why the terms are
unique and how they can be applied.