Cartwright found subjects were better able to recall
A) adjectives consistent with the self.
B) adjectives inconsistent with the self.
C) There was no difference.
D) It depended on the situation.

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Cartwright's experiment on the self-reference effect found that individuals have a better ability to recall information related to themselves. In this case, adjectives consistent with the self would be easier for them to remember.

Cartwright Found Subjects Were Better Able to Recall