#1
Which theory suggests that forgetting occurs because memories fade over time?
Trace decay theory
ExplanationMemories fade due to the passage of time.
#2
What is the term for the phenomenon where a person's recall of an event becomes less accurate over time?
Transience
ExplanationMemories become less accurate with time.
#3
Which type of amnesia is characterized by the inability to form new memories after a certain event?
Anterograde amnesia
ExplanationInability to create new memories after an event.
#4
Which term describes the phenomenon where recalling one memory triggers the retrieval of a related memory?
Memory priming
ExplanationRecalling one memory primes retrieval of related memories.
#5
Which phenomenon refers to the enhanced recall of information when the context at encoding matches the context at retrieval?
Context-dependent memory
ExplanationMatching encoding and retrieval contexts enhances memory recall.
#6
According to the encoding specificity theory, what is crucial for successful retrieval?
Cues
ExplanationSpecific cues aid in successful memory retrieval.
#7
Which type of interference occurs when new information impairs the retrieval of old information?
Retroactive interference
ExplanationNew information disrupts recall of old information.
#8
According to the levels-of-processing theory, which type of processing leads to better memory retention?
Deep processing
ExplanationProcessing information deeply enhances memory retention.
#9
Which neurotransmitter is closely associated with memory formation and retrieval?
Acetylcholine
ExplanationAcetylcholine plays a key role in memory functions.
#10
The spacing effect refers to the phenomenon where:
Memories are better retained when encoding is distributed over time
ExplanationSpreading out encoding sessions improves memory retention.
#11
Which theory of forgetting suggests that memories compete with one another and that interference can cause forgetting?
Interference theory
ExplanationMemories interfere with each other, leading to forgetting.
#12
The tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon is an example of:
Encoding failure
ExplanationFailure to encode information properly leads to retrieval difficulties.
#13
The Ebbinghaus forgetting curve describes:
The rate at which memories decay over time
ExplanationMemories decay at a predictable rate over time.
#14
The concept of 'retrieval cues' in memory refers to:
External stimuli that help trigger the recall of information
ExplanationExternal cues aid in recalling stored information.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a strategy to improve memory retrieval?
Sleep deprivation
ExplanationSleep deprivation impairs memory retrieval.
#16
Which theory suggests that memories are stored in the brain by creating neural connections between neurons?
Connectionist theory
ExplanationMemories are stored as connections between neurons.