Discussion Question
Question #17
If the capacity of short-term memory is limited, how do we remember the beginning of a
spoken sentence until the speaker gets to the end?
Your response should be at least 100 words in length. You are required to use at least your
textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must
be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.
Question #18
Rita’s mental representation for Halloween includes knowledge, beliefs, and expectations.
Which term is used to describe these characteristics? Develop an example that describes
Rita’s mental representation for Halloween, making sure that each of the three aspects
mentioned above is included.
Your response should be at least 75 words in length. You are required to use at least your
textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must
be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.