Scheduling a test for the second half of class after lecturing on new information, not on the test in the first half, may result in lower test scores. If this is the case the lower test scores may be due to

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Retroactive interference occurs when new information interferes with the ability to recall previously learned information, which could lead to lower test scores if the new information presented before the test disrupts recall of the material being tested.

Scheduling a Test for the Second Half of Class After