The famous case of H.M. pertains to an individual who had severe memory loss once his hippocampus was removed. However, he still had a form of ________.
A) semantic memory
B) implicit memory
C) explicit memory
D) declarative memory

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The best choice is B, implicit memory, because research has shown that H.M. was able to retain some forms of memory even after his hippocampus was removed, such as motor skills and classical conditioning. Implicit memory refers to unconscious memory processes that do not require conscious awareness, such as motor skills and habits. The other choices are not as applicable to H.M.'s case, as he had significant deficits in declarative or explicit memory (memory for facts and events) due to the removal of his hippocampus. Additionally, semantic memory (memory for general knowledge) is a type of declarative memory, so A and D are also not the best choices.

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