Suppose you need to learn the following list: "pen,ship,log,cup,paper,radio,rose,sun,chair,glass,fork,wave." Which of the following types of study would lead you to the best recall?
A) count the number of vowels in each word
B) relate each word to a fond childhood memory
C) think about whether each word rhymes with den
D) passively listen to the list while counting backward from 100 by 3s

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Relating each word to a fond childhood memory would create a personal and meaningful association for each word, making it easier for the brain to recall them later. The other options do not provide useful mnemonic devices for memorization.

Suppose You Need to Learn the Following List: "Pen,ship,log,cup,paper,radio,rose,sun,chair,glass,fork,wave