attitude-relevant knowledge

information that is directly associated with an attitude object and is activated in memory when the object is encountered. Attitude-relevant knowledge is usually measured in terms of the amount of information associated with the object. Also called issue-relevant knowledge; working knowledge.

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November 21st 2024

feedback system

a circuit in which output information (e.g., biological, mechanical) is used to modulate the input to the same circuit. In a negative feedback system, the output is used to reduce the input; such systems play important roles in maintaining equilibrium of processes within organisms. See homeostasis; positive feedback.