During lecture each day, a professor explains four main points they want the class to retain. However, most students do not think about the material again until the following class period two days later. The forgetting that occurs between classes is most likely the result of

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Decay refers to the natural fading of memories over time. The two-day break between classes would allow for some amount of decay to occur, resulting in forgetting. A and B are not relevant in this context, and while interference may play a role in forgetting, it is not as directly applicable as decay in this scenario.

During Lecture Each Day, a Professor Explains Four Main Points