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  • Motor Control
  • Neuroscience

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  • Memory-based sequential action is known to be context-dependent.
  • Previous research suggests performance is better in the original learning context.
  • The specific processing phases affected by context changes remain unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate how perceptual context changes affect distinct processing phases (preparation vs. execution) of motor sequences.
  • To examine the role of practice (limited vs. extended) in developing context-dependent sequential action.
  • To provide insights into the determinants of context-dependent sequential motor behavior.

Main Methods:

  • Participants learned two keying sequences presented in unique colors during practice.
  • Practice varied in duration (limited or extended).
  • Test sessions involved performing sequences with original, reversed, or novel colors.

Main Results:

  • Context-dependence in sequential action was confirmed.
  • Practice was found to be relevant for the development of context-dependence.
  • Contextual effects were selective, impacting preparation but not execution of highly practiced motor chunks.

Conclusions:

  • Perceptual context significantly influences sequential motor action, particularly during the preparation phase.
  • Extended practice enhances the development of context-dependent sequential action.
  • A general working model for context-dependence in sequential motor behavior is proposed.