Darcy is trying a new method to improve his memory, and it claims to allow students to learn twice as much material in half as much time. Darcy tries out the new methods for a few days and feels like he was really focused and productive. He tells his friend that he knows that he'll do better on the exam now because this new method has really improved his learning. Which of the following has likely influenced Darcy's experience of the new method?

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It is possible that Darcy's experience with the new method is a result of the placebo effect, where his belief that the method works leads to an improvement in his performance. Due to the limited information provided, it is not likely that changes to classical conditioning, engagement of mirror neurons, or biological preparedness are significant factors.

Darcy Is Trying a New Method to Improve His Memory