Which of the Following Statements About Memory Is False

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about memory is false?

• A)Memories are copies of past experiences that remain on deposit in a memory bank until withdrawn.
• B)We easily and unconsciously reconstruct our memories to suit our current knowledge.
• C)People often recall mildly pleasant events more favourably than they experienced them.
• D)We not only forget ideas and beliefs,we also forget our previous attitudes.

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Definitions:

Hidden

Concealed, not visible or apparent.

Overregularization

The application of regular grammatical rules (e.g., to create past tense and plurals) to irregular verbs and nouns.

Grammatical Rules

The structured guidelines that govern the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.

Private Speech

Vygotsky’s concept of the ultimate binding of language and thought. Private speech originates in vocalizations that may regulate the child’s behavior and become internalized by age 6 or 7.