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What Is the Difference Between a Primary and Secondary Reinforcer

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What is the difference between a primary and secondary reinforcer? Provide an example of each.


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H.M.'s Brain

Refers to the brain of Henry Molaison, a key figure in the study of memory, whose case helped scientists understand the brain's role in forming new memories.

Retroactive Interference

The phenomenon where newly learned information interferes with and impairs the recall of previously learned information.

Serial List

A serial list is a sequence of items organized in a specific order, often used for memorization or organizational purposes.

Proactive Interference

The phenomenon where older memories interfere with the recall of newer memories, often impacting the learning process.

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