Mnemonics are memory strategies that act as a tool to aid in recall. Examples may include:
A) The use of Acronyms.
B) The use of Acrostics or sentences.
C) Creating sentences like "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally".
D) All of the above are examples of mnemonic devices.

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All of the given options are examples of mnemonic devices. Acronyms help to remember a series of words or concepts by using the first letter of each word in the series. Acrostics or sentences aid in remembering a list of words by forming a sentence where each word in the sentence starts with the same letter as the corresponding word in the list. For example, "Every Good Boy Does Fine" is a sentence that helps in remembering the order of the notes on the treble clef staff. Creating a sentence or a phrase like "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally" helps in remembering the order of operations in mathematics. Therefore, all of the given options are types of mnemonic devices.

Mnemonics Are Memory Strategies That Act as a Tool to Aid