Decay Theory Suggests That Forgetting Is Due to ​

question 46

Multiple Choice

Decay theory suggests that forgetting is due to ​

• A)ineffective encoding.
• B)impermanent storage. ​
• C)retrieval failure. ​
• D)interference effects. ​

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Definitions:

Inclusive Fitness

A concept in evolutionary biology predicting an organism's genetic success based on both its own offspring's survival and the support of relatives' offspring.

Adaptation

The process by which organisms adjust to new environments or changes in their current environment.

Sensory Neurons

Nerve cells responsible for converting external stimuli from the organism's environment into internal electrical impulses.

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells responsible for conveying signals from the brain or spinal cord to muscles, causing them to contract and enable movement.