Asked by HRISHIKESH GOSWAMI on Jul 08, 2024

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If you are taking a drug that prevents neurogenesis,which memory outcome is likely

A)  proactive interference 
B)  poor performance on some learning tasks 
C)  retrograde amnesia 
D)  long-term potentiation

Neurogenesis

The process of generating new neurons in the brain, contributing to brain plasticity and recovery.

Proactive Interference

The phenomenon where older memories interfere with the recall of newer memories.

Long-Term Potentiation

A lasting enhancement in signal transmission between neurons that results from their simultaneous stimulation, believed to be a mechanism behind learning and memory.

  • Comprehension of how memory traces are developed and the underlying neural supports.
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Reenam SinghalJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Neurogenesis is the process of creating new neurons, which has been linked to improved learning and memory. Thus, taking a drug that prevents neurogenesis would likely result in poor performance on some learning tasks, as the brain's ability to create new connections necessary for learning would be inhibited.