Adam and Mike are playing chess. Adam sees that he can win by getting his queen to a particular space. Before he can accomplish that goal, he must get Mike to move the piece that is occupying that space. He sees that he can force Mike to move the piece if he makes a particular move now, which he does. Adam is ____ to solve this problem.?

A friend has just told you his cell phone number, and you repeat it to yourself several times as you search for a pen to record it. The technique you are using to remember the number is called

a. rehearsal. b. the serial position effect. c. release from proactive interference. d. the working-memory approach.

Which of the following best characterizes the major risks of cocaine?

a. Strong addictive potential; implicated in some cancers, cardiovascular disease, and other physical disorders. b. With heavy use, can cause liver disorders. c. In high doses, can cause jitteriness and sleeplessness; may increase risk of miscarriage. d. Intense anxiety, flashbacks. e. High addictive potential; risk of sudden death from overdose; in high doses, can have psychotic effects.