Which Statement About the Validity of Repressed Memories Is Accurate

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the validity of repressed memories is accurate?

• A) Because hypnosis is often used, we can be fairly certain they are valid memories.
• B) Determining the validity of memories dating from an early age is very difficult.
• C) In almost every case, repressed memories of sexual abuse are fabricated.
• D) Because people do not forget other traumatic events the memories must be repressed.

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