Which Theory Suggests That Memories Are Stored in a Physical

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which theory suggests that memories are stored in a physical form, and they can deteriorate over time?

• A) moratorium
• B) biological forgetting
• C) decay
• D) cognitive loss

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Definitions:

Selective Attrition

The process where certain kinds of participants drop out of a study over time, potentially skewing the results.

Demand Characteristics

Subtle cues or signals in an experimental setup that suggest to participants what behavior is expected or desired, potentially influencing the outcomes of the study.

Replicability

The ability of a study or experiment to be repeated or reproduced to verify results and confirm reliability and validity of findings.

Illusory Correlation

A cognitive bias where a relationship between two variables is perceived despite no such relationship existing.