You are telling your friend about a trip you took to Sea World when you were a child. During the middle of the show, the trainer slipped, fell into the water, and was nearly killed. You can remember the scene as if it happened yesterday. This is an example of which type of memory?
A) phantom
B) semantic
C) flashbulb
D) procedural

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This is an example of a flashbulb memory, which is a vivid and detailed recollection of a significant and emotional event. The incident at Sea World was an unexpected and potentially life-threatening event, which likely caused a lasting impression in the person's memory.

You Are Telling Your Friend About a Trip You Took