In an experiment by Adams, subjects were initially provided with information that would help them solve riddles. Which theoretical concept explains why problem-oriented acquisition of this information was better than fact-oriented acquisition?
a. elaboration c. transfer-appropriate processing
b. levels-of-processing d. distinctiveness
Question 2
The finding that students generally do better on an exam when the exam format (multiple choice, essay) matches their expectations is an example of
a. elaboration. c. transfer-appropriate processing.
b. levels-of-processing. d. distinctiveness.
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