Elaborative rehearsal of a word will LEAST likely be accomplished by
A) repeating it over and over.
B) linking the new word to a previously learned concept.
C) using it in a sentence.
D) thinking of its synonyms and antonyms.

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Elaborative rehearsal involves making meaningful connections to new information, such as linking it to existing knowledge, using it in a sentence, or thinking of its synonyms and antonyms. Simply repeating a word over and over is considered maintenance rehearsal, which is less effective for long-term memory retention.

Elaborative Rehearsal of a Word Will LEAST Likely Be Accomplished