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Suppose That Sports Fans in Canada Are Given a List

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Suppose that sports fans in Canada are given a list of names of all the medal winners in the last Olympics.After a few minutes of study,the fans are asked to estimate the percentage of medals won by Canada.The fans probably will _____ this number due to the _____.


Definitions:

Retroactive Interference

A phenomenon where new information interferes with the recall of previously learned information.

Material Interference

The phenomenon where the learning or memory capability for one material is adversely affected by the presence of other material.

Long-term Memory

A type of memory responsible for the storage of information over an extended period, ranging from a few days to decades, and involves the capacity to retain and recall facts, experiences, and skills.

Reconstructive Memory

A theory suggesting that memory is not a straightforward retrieval of facts but rather a complex and constructive process, often influenced by personal experiences and beliefs.

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