Retroactive Interference, as Used in the Study of Memory, Refers

question 144

Multiple Choice

Retroactive interference, as used in the study of memory, refers to when ________.

• A) older information already in memory interferes with the retrieval of newer information
• B) newer information interferes with the retrieval of older information
• C) information is not attended to and fails to be encoded
• D) information that is not accessed decays from the storage system over time

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Definitions:

Parietal Lobe

The part of the brain located behind the frontal lobe, responsible for processing sensory information regarding the location of parts of the body as well as interpreting visual information and processing language and mathematics.

Art Museum

A public or private institution that collects, conserves, and exhibits works of art for education, study, and enjoyment of the public.

MP3 Player

A portable electronic device used to play digital audio files in the MP3 format.

Frontal Lobe

The part of the brain located at the front of each cerebral hemisphere, responsible for higher cognitive functions like decision-making, planning, and voluntary movement.