As she studies her physics textbook, Marilyn wants to make sure that she remembers that sound intensity is measured in units called decibels and that each decibel is one-tenth of a bel, which is a unit named after Alexander Graham Bell. Marilyn creates a visual image of ten little elf-like Bell figures trying to turn up the volume of a huge stereo. Her strategy is called:
A) confabulation.
B) priming.
C) maintenance rehearsal.
D) a mnemonic.

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Marilyn's strategy of creating a visual image to remember the information is a mnemonic, which is a memory aid or technique used to help in the recall of information.

As She Studies Her Physics Textbook, Marilyn Wants to Make