Research Has Indicated That Procedural Memory Is Mediated by the Striatum

question 190

Multiple Choice

Research has indicated that procedural memory is mediated by the striatum. This means that

• A)only information that is attended to is recalled.
• B)language plays a significant role in the development of memory.
• C)memory requires cognitive effort.
• D)the brain is involved in processing memory.

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