Memory Distortions Occur Because We Tend to Rely on ___

question 161

Short Answer

Memory distortions occur because we tend to rely on ___ codes during encoding and we may be unable to accurately reconstruct memories during retrieval.

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Definitions:

Mohenjo-Daro

An archaeological site in Pakistan, belonging to the Indus Valley Civilization, notable for its advanced urban planning.

Social Stratification

Social stratification is the ranking of individuals and groups in any given society, which leads to economic inequality and variation in access to resources and opportunities.

Anthropologists

Scientists who study humanity, with a focus on culture, behaviors, and biological aspects and how they vary or remain constant across human populations.

Çatalhöyük

A neolithic archaeological site in South Anatolia, Turkey, known for its well-preserved artifacts and insights into early human urban settlement.