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can you explain the multi-store model of memory

This model was devised by Atkinson and Shiffron and outlines the three permanent structures of memory to be the sensory register, short-term and long term memory. Each of these structures differ in their ...

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What is a type 1 error? Explain why psychologists use the significance level of 0.05 in research (3 marks)

A type 1 error arises when after an experiment, the null hypothesis is rejected even when it is true and the alternative hypothesis is accepted. This can be referred to as a false positive as a significan...

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Describe and evaluate SLT as applied to human aggression. (6 marks)

In 1963, Bandura applied SLT to human aggression, acknowledging that aggressive behaviour can be learned directly, through

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Outline one criticism of research into reciprocity (4 marks)

Although research into reciprocity uses well-controlled procedures, it is hard to know what is actually going on from the perspective of the baby. Gratier observed that many children display the same faci...

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With reference to one case study, explain the localisation of function in the brain (short answer question)

Localisation was first discovered in the 1800's by physicians Broca and Wernicke who did autopsies on patients who had several language difficulties before their deaths. Localisation is defined as specifi...

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