Ebbinghaus' original forgetting curves,which graphed his retention over time,suggested that most forgetting occurs
A) very gradually over long periods of time.
B) only after several days have passed.
C) as a result of interference with other information.
D) very rapidly after learning something.

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Ebbinghaus' original forgetting curves showed a steep decline in retention immediately after learning something, followed by a gradual decline over time. This suggests that most forgetting occurs very rapidly after learning something.

Ebbinghaus' Original Forgetting Curves,which Graphed His Retention Over Time,suggested That