"Do you remember the candidate who lost to Barack Obama?" "Don't tell me, I know. OK, I can use a hint." "His initials are JM." "I got it—John McCain." What do psychologists call details such as these initials that help us retrieve information from memory

a) cues
b) encodings
c) retrievers
d) memory signals

ANS: a

Psychology

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A) the programs are sometimes considered dumping grounds for less academically inclined students or those who are disruptive and have discipline problems. B) students have a more difficult time finding jobs after graduation. C) students are much less likely to graduate from high school. D) students are more likely to be unemployed shortly after graduation.

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Which of the following is NOT related to the prevention and/or treatment of osteoporosis in women?

a) adequate exercise throughout life b) adequate calcium intake throughout life c) drug therapy with such medications as Fosamax d) bone marrow replacement therapy

Psychology