Nadia changed her computer password on Monday.On Friday, she realizes that she failed to change the password in one system.When she tries to log in with her old password, she cannot remember it; her new password keeps coming to mind.Nadia's problem is due to
A)blocking.
B)persistence.
C)proactive interference.
D)retroactive interference.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nadia's problem is due to retroactive interference. This happens when new information interferes with the retrieval of old information. In this case, Nadia cannot remember her old password because her new password has interfered with the retrieval of the old one.

Nadia Changed Her Computer Password on Monday