Brock was describing the inside of his doctor's office to one of his friends.In his description he mentions that there were two diplomas on the wall,even though this doctor does not have any diplomas displayed on the wall.Brock's error in recall illustrates
A) the role of semantic networks in long-term memory.
B) the need for conceptual hierarchies in long-term memory.
C) the need for a good executive control system in short-term memory.
D) the role of schemas in long-term memory.

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Brock's error in recall demonstrates the role of schemas in long-term memory. A schema is a mental framework or organization of information that helps individuals interpret and process new information. In this case, Brock's schema for a doctor's office may include the expectation of diplomas on the wall, leading him to believe that he saw them even when they were not present.

Brock Was Describing the Inside of His Doctor's Office to One