As part of a memory test, Elliot is given a list of words in the following order to remember: rosemary, lavender, flower, thyme, parsley, tomatoes, oregano, dill, basil, vegetables, sage, peppers, nasturtium, mint. If Elliot demonstrates the recency effect, which words would he MOST likely easily recall?

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The recency effect is a phenomenon where individuals tend to remember the most recently presented items best. In this list, "peppers," "nasturtium," and "mint" are the last three words, making them the most likely to be easily recalled due to the recency effect.

As Part of a Memory Test, Elliot Is Given a List