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What does the term ‘schema’ refer to in cognitive psychology?

A. A mental framework for organizing information
B. A specific type of memory
C. The emotional response to stimuli
D. A neurological process

Answer: A mental framework for organizing information


Additional Information: Schemas are cognitive structures that help individuals organize and interpret information.


Subjects: Psychology

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