Encoding failure can happen when _____ memory is disrupted by distractions.
A)eidetic
B)short-term
C)long-term
D)implicit

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Encoding failure occurs when information is not stored in long-term memory. If short-term memory is disrupted by distractions, such as external stimuli or internal thoughts, the information may not be encoded into long-term memory. Eidetic memory refers to the ability to recall images in great detail, while implicit memory refers to the unconscious retention of information such as skills or habits. Therefore, neither A nor D are the best choices for this question.

Encoding Failure Can Happen When _____ Memory Is Disrupted by Distractions