Brain imaging studies indicate that the hippocampus is activated during __________.
A) deep encoding tasks
B) superficially encoded words
C) repetition priming task
D) implicit memory tasks

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Brain imaging studies have shown that the hippocampus is activated during deep encoding tasks like creating associations, elaborating on the meaning of a word or concept, and mentally relating new information to previously learned concepts. These tasks involve forming new declarative memories, which are consciously accessible and retrievable.

Answer: D 
 The hippocampus is also involved in implicit memory tasks like motor learning, where information is acquired without conscious awareness or intentional effort. However, the activation of the hippocampus in these tasks may be modulated by other brain regions such as the basal ganglia.

Therefore, the best choices are A and D as they accurately represent the contexts in which the hippocampus is activated.

Brain Imaging Studies Indicate That the Hippocampus Is Activated During