MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 43: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 43

13. Which of the following is an example of a semantic memory?

  • A. Having the ability to drive a car
  • B. Knowing the parts of a car engine
  • C. Remembering the experience of learning to drive
  • D. Associating a car with other vehicles in a semantic network

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Semantic memory is the category of long-term memory that refers to recall of facts, rather than experiences or skills. Be careful not to confuse semantic memory with semantic networks, choice (D), which are the associations of similar concepts in the mind to aid in their retrieval.

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