AP Psychology Module 31 Questions with Correct Answers (Grade
A+)
Question 1: memory
Answer: the persistence of learning over time through the encoding, storage, and retrieval of information
Question 2: encoding
Answer: the processing of information into the memory system--for example, by extracting meaning
Question 3: storage
Answer: the process of retaining encoded information over time
Question 4: retrieval
Answer: the process of getting information out of memory storage
Question 5: parallel processing
Answer: the processing of many aspects of a problem simultaneously; the brain's natural mode of
information processing for many functions
Question 6: sensory memory
Answer: the immediate, very brief recording of sensory information in the memory system
Question 7: short-term memory
Answer: activated memory that holds a few items briefly, such as the seven digits of a phone number while
dialing, before the information is stored or forgotten
Question 8: long-term memory
Answer: the relatively permanent and limitless storehouse of the memory system
Question 9: working memory
Answer: a newer understanding of short-term memory that focuses on conscious, active processing of
incoming auditory and visual-spatial information, and of information retrieved from long-term memory
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A+)
Question 1: memory
Answer: the persistence of learning over time through the encoding, storage, and retrieval of information
Question 2: encoding
Answer: the processing of information into the memory system--for example, by extracting meaning
Question 3: storage
Answer: the process of retaining encoded information over time
Question 4: retrieval
Answer: the process of getting information out of memory storage
Question 5: parallel processing
Answer: the processing of many aspects of a problem simultaneously; the brain's natural mode of
information processing for many functions
Question 6: sensory memory
Answer: the immediate, very brief recording of sensory information in the memory system
Question 7: short-term memory
Answer: activated memory that holds a few items briefly, such as the seven digits of a phone number while
dialing, before the information is stored or forgotten
Question 8: long-term memory
Answer: the relatively permanent and limitless storehouse of the memory system
Question 9: working memory
Answer: a newer understanding of short-term memory that focuses on conscious, active processing of
incoming auditory and visual-spatial information, and of information retrieved from long-term memory
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