Motivation improves memory because it:
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Correct answer: Enhances attention and encoding
Motivation directs attention, which strengthens encoding. Better encoding increases the chances of successful retrieval.
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More Memory, Forgetting and Retrieval questions
- The tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon is an example of:
- The phenomenon where retrieval is easier when the learning environment matches the recall environment is called:
- Which type of forgetting involves new information interfering with old information?
- Short-term memory typically holds information for how long without rehearsal?
- Which of the following BEST explains reconstructive memory?
- Chunking helps memory by: