Regarding the Role of the Hippocampus in Memory, Which of the Following

question 106

Multiple Choice

Regarding the role of the hippocampus in memory, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)The hippocampus serves as a temporary storage bin for holding new memories before they are transferred to other parts of the brain for long-term storage.
• B)The hippocampus plays a role in converting newly learned facts into long-term memory.
• C)The hippocampus plays a role in converting daily experiences into long-term memory.
• D)The hippocampus does not play a role in procedural memory.
• E)The hippocampus is the final destination for new memories.

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