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Which response best turns Memory into an AO1 and AO3 answer? (1).
- A.Define memory accurately, then evaluate it because the evidence, validity or reliability affects the strength of the conclusion.
- B.Only memorise the title Memory without using evidence, AO terminology or evaluation.
- C.Treat correlation, experiment, explanation and treatment as identical forms of psychological reasoning.
- D.Write a general opinion about Introductory topics in Psychology without linking it to a concept, study, method or data pattern.
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- The correct answer is Define memory accurately, then evaluate it because the evidence, validity or reliability affects the strength of the conclusion..
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The correct option is Define memory accurately, then evaluate it because the evidence, validity or reliability affects the strength of the conclusion. because Describe the working memory model, including the central executive, phonological loop, visuo-spatial sketchpad and episodic buffer.
requires precise Psychology terminology, AO1 knowledge and AO3 evaluation supported by study, method, treatment or data evidence. If a scenario is provided, apply the idea to that context before judging the evidence.
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