Which of the Following Occurs When Material That Was Learned

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs when material that was learned earlier disrupts the recall of material learned later?

• A) Elaboration
• B) Proactive interference
• C) Transference
• D) Motivated forgetting

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Definitions:

Somatic Nervous System

A part of the peripheral nervous system that is responsible for carrying motor and sensory information both to and from the central nervous system.

Sympathetic Nervous System

The division of the autonomic nervous system that mobilizes the body’s resources during stress and emergencies, preparing the body for action.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

is a division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for rest and digest functions, conserving and restoring energy.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system responsible for the control of bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.