Many people can recall very vividly what they were doing when they learned of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This is an example of
A) consolidation.
B) a flashbulb memory.
C) the recency effect.
D) a mnemonic device.

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The vivid memory of learning about the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks is an example of a flashbulb memory, which is a highly detailed, exceptionally vivid 'snapshot' of the moment and circumstances in which a piece of surprising and consequential (or emotionally arousing) news was heard.

Many People Can Recall Very Vividly What They Were Doing