You Are Surprised by the Fact That You Cannot Remember

question 319

Multiple Choice

You are surprised by the fact that you cannot remember if Abraham Lincoln's head faces the left or the right on a penny. This is all the more surprising given the fact that you work with money at your job on nearly a daily basis. What would best explain such an inability to recall this information?

• A) encoding failure
• B) decay theory
• C) interference theory
• D) distributed practice effect

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Definitions:

Body Scan

A mindfulness practice involving paying attention to different parts of the body in sequence to promote relaxation and awareness.

Muscle Relaxation

A technique used to reduce tension and stress in muscles, often through exercises or therapies aimed at relaxation.

Diaphragmatic Breathing

Diaphragmatic breathing is a deep breathing technique that involves conscious, deliberate breathing through the diaphragm to promote relaxation and reduce stress.

Parasympathetic System

A division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for relaxation and conserving energy.