Date of Award
2005
Document Type
Thesis
Publication Status
Version of Record
Submission Date
October 2026
Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]
Hecht, Steven A.
Abstract
A total of 96 adults (mean age 23.5 years) solved simple arithmetic problems in digit and verbal format, using Siegler's choice, no-choice method. In the choice condition, they produced the answer and gave a self report of how they solved it. In the no-choice condition, they were asked to use only retrieval. Naming latencies of numerals in both formats were assessed. Verbal problems were solved more slowly than digit problems in all conditions but format did not interact with problem size effect for reaction times. This latter result does not support an effect of presentation format on calculation processes. Participants also named faster digits than verbal numerals. Smaller reaction times and three times as many errors were associated with the no-choice compared to the choice condition. Mathematical aptitude also had an effect. High arithmetic skill was related to smaller reaction times, more retrieval use and fewer errors.
Extent
71 p.
Recommended Citation
Daskagianni, Evangelie., "Retrieval of simple arithmetic problems in digit and verbal formats using Siegler's choice, no-choice method" (2005). Electronic Theses and Dissertations 2000 - 2009. 938.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_general_5/938
Identifier
FADT13207
Comments
Thesis (M.A.)--Florida Atlantic University, 2005.|Charles E. Schmidt College of Science|FAU Electronic Theses and Dissertations Collection|Thesis (M.A.)--Florida Atlantic University, 2005.