Question

which of the following is an example of a mnemonic device?

using the acronym \homes\ to remember the names of the five great lakes

drinking coffee when you study for your math exam, then drinking coffee at your exam to reproduce the mental state you had when you studied

dividing your telephone number into groups of numbers to remember it easier

learning about chemical reactions and relating them to experiences baking with your grandmother.

Explanation:

Define mnemonic devices

Using the Mnemonic Devices knowledge point
Mnemonic devices are memory aids, such as acronyms, rhymes, or visual imagery, that help organize and encode information to make it easier to recall.

Evaluate the first option

Using the Mnemonic Devices knowledge point
The acronym "HOMES" uses the first letter of each of the five Great Lakes (Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, Superior) to facilitate recall, which is a classic example of a mnemonic device.

Evaluate the remaining options

Using the Mnemonic Devices knowledge point

• Drinking coffee to match study and testing states is an example of state-dependent memory.
• Dividing a telephone number into smaller groups is an example of chunking.
• Relating chemical reactions to baking is an example of elaborative rehearsal.

Answer:

• (A) using the acronym "HOMES" to remember the names of the five Great Lakes (Correct answer)
• (B) drinking coffee when you study for your math exam, then drinking coffee at your exam to reproduce the mental state you had when you studied
• (C) dividing your telephone number into groups of numbers to remember it easier
• (D) learning about chemical reactions and relating them to experiences baking with your grandmother.