What Does the Encoding Specificity Principle State

question 68

Multiple Choice

What does the encoding specificity principle state

• A) Forgetting is due only to the passage of time and will happen to all types of memories. 
• B) Forgetting is often due to a mismatch between retrieval cues and the memory code. 
• C) Forgetting is usually due to interference from competing memories. 
• D) Forgetting often involves purposeful suppression of memories.

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Definitions:

Cesarean Section

A surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus, often used when vaginal delivery would pose a risk to the mother or baby.

Precipitous Labor

Labor that progresses very quickly, often resulting in childbirth in less than three hours from the onset of contractions.

Contractions

The tightening and shortening of muscles, often referring to those of the uterus during labor.

Fetal Presentation

The position a fetus is in, in relation to the birth canal, during delivery. Common presentations include cephalic (head first), breech (feet or buttocks first), and shoulder.