The fading or weakening of a memory trace due to a passage of time is called
A)redintegration.
B)decay.
C)interference.
D)repression.

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Decay refers to the gradual fading or weakening of a memory trace over time, without interference or repression. Redintegration refers to the process of filling in missing parts of a memory based on past experiences or knowledge. Interference occurs when new or old information hinders the ability to remember other information, while repression refers to the unconscious forgetting or blocking of traumatic memories.

The Fading or Weakening of a Memory Trace Due to a Passage