6.7 - Nature and Causes of Forgetting
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Practice Questions
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What does trace decay mean in the context of forgetting?
💡 Hint: Think about how old memories can become unclear.
Define proactive interference.
💡 Hint: Consider how learning a new language can affect your native language recall.
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What is the theory that states memories fade when not accessed?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens over time if you don’t use certain memories.
True or False: Retroactive interference occurs when new information disrupts the retrieval of older information.
💡 Hint: Reflect on your experiences when learning new subjects.
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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.
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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