When a person is encoding information into memory,it is important to have the ability to shift attention.An example of shifting cognitive control is
A) riding a bike and then running in a race.
B) writing a letter,forming letters,composing grammar,and making paragraphs.
C) memorizing a poem,learning one line at a time,understanding the vocabulary,and reading the words.
D) both writing and memorizing.

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Shifting cognitive control involves moving attention and mental resources from one task to another, as seen in both writing (which requires forming letters, composing grammar, and making paragraphs) and memorizing (which involves learning lines, understanding vocabulary, and reading words). Both activities require the ability to shift focus among various subtasks, making option D correct.

When a Person Is Encoding Information into Memory,it Is Important