Which Term Refers to a Situation in Which Memories May

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which term refers to a situation in which memories may be forgotten because recently learned memories block or conflict with access to older memories?

• A) Retroactive interference
• B) Proactive interference
• C) Encoding failure
• D) Trace decay

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Definitions:

Undesirable Behavior

Actions or conduct considered inappropriate or harmful in a particular context or environment.

Managers

Individuals who plan, organize, direct, and control resources, including human, financial, and information, to achieve organizational goals.

Contingencies of Reinforcement

The conditions or situations that determine the consequences of a behavior, which can either encourage or discourage the recurrence of that behavior.

Reward

Something given in exchange for good behavior or achieved objectives, used as a form of motivation.