Why Do People Sometimes Fail to Remember an Uncommon Word

question 117

Multiple Choice

Why do people sometimes fail to remember an uncommon word but have a feeling that it is on the "tip-of-the-tongue"?

• A) interference from words similar in sound
• B) bias
• C) misattribution
• D) persistence

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Definitions:

Withdrawn

Refers to the act of taking back or removing an offer, statement, or accusation before it has been accepted or acted upon.

Changes Mind

Changing mind refers to the act of altering one's decision or opinion about a previously made choice or stance.

Rejecting Delivery

The act of refusing to accept goods or delivery of goods, typically because they do not meet the terms of a contract or order.

Reship Conforming Goods

The act of sending goods that meet the contractual specifications after initially shipping non-conforming goods.