Asked by jerod simons on May 19, 2024
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Which type of memory are you using when you try to remember something your instructor said in class last week
A) proactive
B) retrograde
C) prospective
D) retrospective
Retrospective Memory
The ability to remember events that have occurred in the past or previously learned information.
Instructor
An individual tasked with teaching or delivering instructional material to learners in various educational settings.
- Comprehend the different categories of memory, such as episodic, semantic, procedural, and prospective memory.
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Shree ChavdaMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Retrospective memory is the type of memory used to recall past events, such as something said by an instructor in class last week. Proactive memory refers to the ability to remember to do something in the future, while retrospective memory pertains to recall of past events or information. Prospective memory refers to remembering to do something in the future. Therefore, choice D (retrospective) is the best answer.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the different categories of memory, such as episodic, semantic, procedural, and prospective memory.