If one studies for a psychology test, then studies for a biology test, one's memory for the biology material can make it harder to remember the psychology material. This is an example of:
A) false memory.
B) transfer-appropriate processing.
C) proactive interference.
D) retroactive interference.

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Retroactive interference occurs when new information interferes with the ability to recall old information. In this scenario, studying biology (new information) interferes with the memory of psychology material (old information).

If One Studies for a Psychology Test, Then Studies for a Biology