Asked by Nurhasanah Nasution on May 08, 2024
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What type of stimuli did Hermann Ebbinghaus use in his memory experiments?
A) words
B) numbers
C) pictures
D) nonsense syllables
Nonsense Syllables
A set of syllables without meaning, used in psychological experiments to study memory and learning processes.
- Recognize the value of applying experimental methods in the study of memory, particularly with the employment of control conditions.
Verified Answer
MM
Mourice McDuffieMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Hermann Ebbinghaus used nonsense syllables in his memory experiments, which are made up of consonant-vowel-consonant combinations that have no meaning. This allowed him to study memorization without the influence of prior knowledge or associations with the stimuli.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the value of applying experimental methods in the study of memory, particularly with the employment of control conditions.