An organized cluster of knowledge about a particular object or event abstracted from previous experiences with the object or event is known as a
A)schema.
B)cluster.
C)stereotype.
D)category.

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A schema is a cognitive framework or concept that helps organize and interpret information. Schemas allow an individual to take shortcuts in interpreting the vast amount of information available in the environment. They are developed based on information provided by life experiences and are then stored in memory. Schemas are about both objects and events; they help in understanding the world and the rapid processing of information.

An Organized Cluster of Knowledge About a Particular Object or Event