When We Cannot Retrieve Information from Memory,we Say That ______

question 15

Multiple Choice

When we cannot retrieve information from memory,we say that ______ has occurred.

• A)forgetting
• B)a memory trace
• C)sensory decay
• D)encoding failure

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Definitions:

Episodic Memory

An enduring memory category focused on recalling distinct occurrences, contexts, and life experiences.

Mnemonic Device

Techniques a person can use to help them improve their ability to remember something.

Brain Waves

Patterns of electrical activity in the brain, measurable by EEG, which are indicators of different states of consciousness, such as sleep, relaxation, and focus.

Method of Loci

A mnemonic device that involves visualizing a familiar route or place to remember information sequentially by associating it with specific locations.