Practice Nature and Causes of Forgetting - 6.7 | 6. Human Memory | CBSE 11 Psychology
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6.7 - Nature and Causes of Forgetting

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does trace decay mean in the context of forgetting?

💡 Hint: Think about how old memories can become unclear.

Question 2

Easy

Define proactive interference.

💡 Hint: Consider how learning a new language can affect your native language recall.

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Question 1

What is the theory that states memories fade when not accessed?

  • A) Interference
  • B) Trace Decay
  • C) Retrieval Failure

💡 Hint: Think about what happens over time if you don’t use certain memories.

Question 2

True or False: Retroactive interference occurs when new information disrupts the retrieval of older information.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on your experiences when learning new subjects.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Create a detailed scenario illustrating how both proactive and retroactive interference can affect a person's ability to recall specific information after they have switched subjects in school.

💡 Hint: Think about how quick changes in learning environments might confuse memory.

Question 2

Consider a personal experience where you faced retrieval failure. Elaborate on the circumstances and what you could have done differently to access those memories.

💡 Hint: Reflect on your feelings and circumstances around when you forget important names or events.

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