Several Researchers Have Compared Brain Activity During the Learning Process

question 11

Multiple Choice

Several researchers have compared brain activity during the learning process for words that were later remembered or forgotten. Which of the following is NOT consistent with their findings?

• A) Increased activity in the hippocampus was associated with better retention.
• B) Increased activity in the prefrontal cortex was associated with better retention.
• C) Exposure to an item is enough for retention.
• D) Learning is not a passive process.

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