Hierarchical Network Model of Semantic Memory

Which of the following results is correctly predicted by the hierarchical network model of semantic memory?

Answer:

The hierarchical network model of semantic memory correctly predicts the faster verification of "A robin is a bird" than "An ostrich is a bird."

The hierarchical network model of semantic memory is a type of network model for storing, organizing, and retrieving information in semantic memory. It predicts that the time required to verify whether a statement is true will depend on the distance between the concepts in a semantic network.

In this case, a robin is closer to a bird in the network than an ostrich. Therefore, verifying "A robin is a bird" is quicker than verifying "An ostrich is a bird." This observation aligns with the hierarchical network model's prediction.

Therefore, the correct option that is correctly predicted by the hierarchical network model of semantic memory is option A, which is the faster verification of "A robin is a bird" than "An ostrich is a bird."