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What are the two types of processing involved in encoding information?

  • Reactive and intentional processing
  • Automatic and effortful processing (correct)
  • Effortful and reflexive processing
  • Automatic and strategic processing

What phenomenon describes the experience of being unable to recall a word or name despite feeling close to remembering it?

  • Cognitive blocking
  • Delayed recall effect
  • Memory interference
  • Tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon (correct)

In which procedure are two unrelated visual patterns presented sequentially to form a meaningful pattern?

  • Temporal integration procedure (correct)
  • Pattern recognition sequence
  • Visual synthesis method
  • Sequential memory testing

Which component of working memory is primarily responsible for processing verbal information?

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What guides the reconstruction of memory during retrieval?

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What is the term for recalling information better from the beginning of a list than from the middle?

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What might explain the inability to recall a new name after learning an old one that has changed?

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What is the main purpose of the phonological loop in working memory?

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In the 3 stage model of memory, what happens to unattended or unrehearsed information?

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What is the capacity of short-term memory, according to the information provided?

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Which of the following best describes a multiple-choice question as a method for retrieving information from memory?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect retrieval from long-term memory?

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Which of the following is the most accurate description of the relationship between encoding and retrieval?

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What does the encoding specificity principle suggest about cues during retrieval?

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What is the primary focus of Nickerson and Adams' Encoding Failure Theory?

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What is infantile amnesia?

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How do you calculate a method of savings score?

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What term describes increased confidence in a false memory due to repeated imagining of an event?

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Which of the following is a common misconception about memory retrieval?

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What is the relationship between encoding and retrieval in memory?

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Which of the following best describes the process of encoding?

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What is the term for the phenomenon where old memories inhibit the retrieval of new memories?

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Which type of forgetting involves the inability to remember new information due to the influence of previously stored memories?

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What would be an example of proactive interference?

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Which of the following best describes proactive interference?

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Which factor would contribute to proactive interference during learning?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between sensory memory and short-term memory?

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What type of memory is primarily responsible for recalling specific facts and events, such as remembering the capital of France or the events of your last birthday?

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Which of the following memory techniques is based on creating vivid mental images and associating items to be remembered with locations in a familiar place?

<p>Method of Loci (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why most forgetting occurs within the first 9 hours after learning, with the first hour being particularly critical?

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Which of the following memory systems is primarily responsible for holding and manipulating information that we are currently using, such as a phone number or a mental calculation?

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Which of the following methods of encoding involves linking new information to existing knowledge, making the information more meaningful and thus easier to remember?

<p>Elaborative rehearsal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of forgetting involves the inability to remember new information due to previously learned information interfering with the retrieval of the new information?

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Which of the following memory tasks would primarily rely on implicit memory rather than explicit memory?

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What is the term for the type of amnesia where the individual is unable to form new memories after the onset of the amnesia?

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Which of the following best describes the process of retrieving information from long-term memory?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the 3 general levels of processing for how we encode?

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Which of the following is an example of iconic memory?

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Which of the following is a type of explicit memory?

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Which of the following is a mnemonic device for retrieving information?

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Which of the following is the most effective type of rehearsal for encoding information?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of memory that is affected by storage decay theory?

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Which of the following is an example of anterograde amnesia?

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Which of the following is NOT a way to improve working memory?

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Which of the following is NOT a step in the PQ4R method?

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Which term describes the phenomenon where older memories hinder the retrieval of newer memories?

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What type of interference occurs when new information conflicts with the recall of previously learned information?

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Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies proactive interference?

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Which of the following describes a situation where getting used to a new learning environment impacts recalling previously learned information?

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How does proactive interference affect memory recall during learning?

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What is the term for the phenomenon where you cannot remember a new name after learning an old one?

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Which type of processing involves automatic and unconscious mental processes?

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What is the name of the process by which we seamlessly combine visual patterns to create a meaningful figure?

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Which component of working memory is responsible for temporarily holding and manipulating verbal information?

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What cognitive framework aids in memory retrieval and reconstruction?

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Recalling information better from the beginning of a list is known as which effect?

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Which phenomenon describes the experience of feeling close to recalling a specific memory but being unable to do so?

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Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between encoding and retrieval?

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Which term describes an increase in confidence in a false memory due to repeated imagining of an event?

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Which of the following would be considered an example of retrieval in the context of memory processes?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the "7 plus or minus 2" rule relating to memory capacity?

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What happens to information that is not attended to or rehearsed in the 3-stage model of memory?

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Which of the following types of retrieval is most closely related to a multiple-choice or matching style question?

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What does the encoding specificity principle suggest about retrieval cues?

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Which theory addresses our inability to remember events from early childhood?

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How is a method of savings score calculated?

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What is the term for the increase in confidence regarding a memory that is inaccurate due to repeated recollection?

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Nickerson and Adams studied which of the following theories of forgetting?

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Which age is generally associated with the onset of significant infantile amnesia in adults?

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What is the consequence of encoding failure in terms of memory retention?

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Which of the following best describes the phenomenon of false memory?

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What type of memory retrieval is most closely associated with multiple choice tests?

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Which of the following is NOT a common factor that affects retrieval from long-term memory?

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According to the 3 Stage Model of Memory, what happens to information that is not attended to or rehearsed?

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What is the typical capacity of short-term memory?

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Which of the following IS a factor that can affect the retrieval of a memory?

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What best describes the process where old memories hinder the recall of new information?

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Which scenario is a classic example of proactive interference?

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Which statement accurately defines proactive interference?

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Which of the following best illustrates the effects of proactive interference on memory?

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What might be a consequence of proactive interference during the learning process?

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What is the primary characteristic of automatic processing in memory encoding?

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Which phenomenon occurs when individuals can almost recall a name but cannot fully access it?

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The temporal integration procedure is designed to study what type of cognitive processing?

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Which component of working memory is specifically tasked with handling verbal information?

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What influences the reconstruction of memories during retrieval?

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Which effect results in recalling words from the beginning of a list more easily than those in the middle?

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What memory challenge might occur when you forget a teacher's new name after learning their old name?

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The process by which two meaningless visual patterns are sequentially presented is known as what?

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What type of memory allows for the brief retention of visual information?

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What rehearsal technique is most effective for enhancing memory retention?

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For which types of memory is storage decay theory valid?

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What are the two primary categories of long-term memory?

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Which mnemonic device involves associating information with specific locations?

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What term describes the phenomenon when most forgetting occurs after learning?

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What best describes working memory's processing capacity?

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What is the key factor influencing the rate of forgetting information learned?

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Which type of amnesia prevents forming new memories after a certain point?

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What type of memory focuses primarily on retaining facts and events?

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What is infantile amnesia primarily associated with?

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What is the method of savings score used to measure?

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What does Nickerson and Adams' encoding failure theory explain?

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What phenomenon is characterized by increased confidence in a false memory due to repeated imagining?

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Which statement best defines encoding failure theory?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor typically associated with the encoding specificity principle?

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Which best describes the experience of retrieval failure?

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Which type of memory is primarily responsible for holding and manipulating information that we are currently using, such as a phone number or a mental calculation?

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What is the mnemonic device in which pieces of information are remembered by associating them with locations in a familiar place?

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Which type of rehearsal will lead to the best encoding?

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What are the 3 general levels of processing for how we encode?

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This type of amnesia is when you cannot form new memories after the onset of the amnesia.

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Which of the following is NOT a stage of memory discussed in this text?

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What is the main idea behind the Encoding Specificity Principle?

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The concept of "Encoding Failure Theory" is primarily concerned with:

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What does "infantile amnesia" refer to?

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The phenomenon of "false memory" can be understood as:

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Which of the following is NOT a mnemonic device?

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What is the primary difference between "proactive" and "retroactive" interference?

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What is a common example of proactive interference in daily life?

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Which of the following is an effective strategy to minimize forgetting?

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What is the most common result of unattended or unrehearsed information in the Three-Stage Model of Memory?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that commonly affects the retrieval of information from memory?

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Which type of retrieval process is most closely reflected in a matching-style test?

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How many items can generally be held in short-term memory at one time?

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Which of these is an example of an encoding failure for forgetting?

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Unattended information

Information that is not processed or rehearsed and is lost.

Short term memory span

The capacity of short term memory, typically 7 plus or minus 2 items.

Types of retrieval

Methods used to access memories, including recognition and recall.

Retrieving memories

The process of recalling or recognizing stored information.

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Forgetting

The inability to access or remember information over time.

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Read, reflect, recite, review

A sequence of study techniques to enhance comprehension and memory retention.

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Encoding specificity principle

Cues present during encoding serve best for retrieval of information.

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Encoding failure theory

The theory stating we forget information because it was never properly encoded.

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Infantile amnesia

The inability to remember events from early childhood, usually before age 3.

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Method of savings score

The calculation of savings involves comparing repetitions needed to learn and relearn items.

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Increased confidence in false memory

A phenomenon where imagining an event repeatedly leads to greater confidence in that false memory.

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Imagination inflation

An increase in confidence about a memory due to imagination.

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Automatic processing

Memory encoding with little conscious effort needed.

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Effortful processing

Memory encoding that requires conscious effort and attention.

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Tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon

When you almost recall a memory, but can't quite access it.

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Temporal integration procedure

Presenting patterns to create a meaningful visual connection over time.

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Phonological loop

The component of working memory that deals with verbal and auditory information.

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Schema

A cognitive framework that helps organize and interpret information.

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Primacy effect

The tendency to better recall items at the beginning of a list.

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Recognition

The ability to identify previously learned information.

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Levels of Processing

Three levels: Physical, Acoustic, Semantic for encoding.

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Storage Decay Theory

Only applicable to sensory and short-term memory types.

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Iconic Memory

Visual memory that lasts a very short time.

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Types of Long-term Memory

Explicit (declarative) and implicit (non-declarative) memories.

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Method of Loci

Mnemonic device using familiar locations to recall information.

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Elaborative Rehearsal

Connecting new information to existing knowledge for better encoding.

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Forgetting Rate

Most forgetting happens within the first 9 hours, especially the first hour.

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Anterograde Amnesia

Inability to form new memories after a trauma or injury.

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Chunking

Grouping information into meaningful units for easier recall.

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Proactive interference

A type of forgetting where old memories interfere with the recall of new information.

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Forgetting type

Proactive interference is when prior learning disrupts new learning processes.

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Memory retrieval

The process of accessing and recalling stored information from memory.

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Interference theory

A theory explaining how different types of forgetting happen due to overlapping information.

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Types of forgetting

Categories of memory loss, including proactive and retroactive interference.

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Unattended information loss

Information that is not actively processed gets lost.

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Short term memory capacity

Short term memory can typically hold 7 plus or minus 2 items.

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Encoding specificity

Cues present during learning aid retrieval later.

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Forgetting mechanism

Forgetting occurs through interference or lack of encoding.

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Three levels of processing

Physical, acoustic, and semantic are the levels we encode information.

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Storage decay theory validity

Storage decay theory applies mainly to sensory and short-term memory.

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Main types of long-term memory

Explicit memory involves facts; implicit memory involves skills.

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PQ4R method

A study method involving Preview, Question, Read, Reflect, Recite, and Review.

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The phonological loop

The component of working memory handling verbal information.

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Cues for retrieval

Clues or hints that aid in recalling stored information.

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Retrieval Types

Methods used to access memories include recognition and recall.

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Nickerson and Adams study

They studied encoding failure theory related to forgetting.

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Confidence in false memory

A phenomenon where repeated imagining leads to greater confidence in a false memory.

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