State-dependent learning is superior retrieval of information when the organism
A) is highly motivated to perform.
B) stores information while very emotional.
C) is very relaxed.
D) is in the same state as it was during encoding.

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State-dependent learning refers to the phenomenon in which an organism shows better retrieval of information when its state during retrieval matches the state during encoding. Therefore, the best choice is D, as an organism in the same state as it was during encoding will have superior retrieval of information.

State-Dependent Learning Is Superior Retrieval of Information When the Organism