What Kind of Forgetting Does the Following Incident Illustrate? Ruth

question 20

Multiple Choice

What kind of forgetting does the following incident illustrate? Ruth studied the names of learning theorists for her psychology class,after which she began studying the names of political theorists for her political science class.Much to her frustration,she found the names of the learning theorists were keeping her from being able to learn the names of the political theorists.

• A)decay
• B)proactive interference
• C)repression
• D)retroactive interference

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Definitions:

Natural Rights

The rights that individuals are said to be inherently entitled to, such as life, liberty, and property, as per Enlightenment thought.

Life, Liberty

Fundamental principles associated with the right to live freely and to pursue happiness without undue restriction from government or other powers.

Pursuit of Happiness

A fundamental right mentioned in the Declaration of Independence, signifying the search for fulfillment and well-being as an inherent aspect of human freedom.

Public Sphere

A social space where people gather to openly talk about and pinpoint issues in society, thereby affecting political actions through their discussions.