How memories formOnline version Think back to a really vivid memory. Got it? Now try to remember what you had for lunch three weeks ago. That second memory probably isn’t as strong—but why not? Why do we remember some things, and not others? And why do memories eventually fade? Watch the video and answer the questions. by Lalo Cortes 1 the information is avaliable for just few seconds Select one or more answers a Long-term memory b Short-term memory c Sensory memory 2 Long term potentiation is a mechanism by which: Select one or more answers a Memories are lost b Memories are stored c Memories are formed 3 Which two factors contribute to memory loss as we age: Select one or more answers a Brain shrinkage and extra neuronal connections b Brain growth and a drop in neurotransmitter production c Brain shrinkage and a drop in neurotransmitter production d Brain growth and extra neuronal connections 4 The major factor that promotes our ability to retrieve information from long-term memory is: Select one or more answers a Paying attention to meaningful information b Boredom c Stress d Depression 5 We can do the following to preserve our memories EXCEPT: Select one or more answers a Exercise b Eat healthily c Take drugs d Participate in mentally stimulating activities Explanation 1 Good job! 2 great! 3 excellent! 4 good! 5 great!
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