According to Decay Theory, Why Do Memories Fade

question 118

Multiple Choice

According to decay theory, why do memories fade?

• A)There is a limited amount of storage available for long-term memories, so older memories must decay and make room for new memories.
• B)The cerebellum cannot hold on to information long-term.
• C)Synaptic connections become broken.
• D)A neurochemical memory trace disintegrates over time.

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