The disruptive effect of prior learning on the recall of new information is called

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Proactive interference occurs when previously learned information interferes with the ability to remember new information. This is in contrast to retroactive interference, where the new information interferes with the recall of old information. The testing effect and spacing effect refer to positive effects on memory recall, and are therefore not the correct choices in this context.

The Disruptive Effect of Prior Learning on the Recall of New