In the Curve of Forgetting Developed by Ebbinghaus, the Greatest

question 67

Multiple Choice

In the curve of forgetting developed by Ebbinghaus, the greatest amount of forgetting occurs _____________.

• A) within the first hour after learning new material
• B) within the first day after learning new material
• C) near the end of the retrieval period
• D) near the middle of the retrieval period

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Definitions:

Traumatic Events

Incidents that cause psychological, physical, or emotional harm or distress, often overwhelming an individual’s ability to cope.

Subjective Distress

The personal experience of discomfort, suffering, or pain, which can vary greatly between individuals and is not always visible or measurable by others.

Trauma Reactions

The emotional, psychological, and physical responses that occur after experiencing or witnessing a distressing event.

World War II

A global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations and marked by significant events and atrocities.