You have a professor who likes to use matching items on tests.You practice the keywords by using flashcards.You should do well on the test due to _____________.

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Transfer appropriate processing refers to the idea that memory is enhanced when the type of processing used during encoding matches the type of processing used during retrieval. In this case, practicing with flashcards (a type of processing) that match the matching items format on the test (also a type of processing) would enhance memory and retrieval, leading to better performance on the test. Retrieval specificity principle refers to the idea that retrieval cues that match the cues present during encoding are more likely to facilitate retrieval, but the format of the cues (such as flashcards) is less relevant. State dependent learning refers to the idea that memory is enhanced when the internal state at retrieval matches the internal state at encoding, but this is not relevant to using flashcards. Incidental learning refers to unintentional learning that occurs without effort or intention, which is not relevant in this context.

You Have a Professor Who Likes to Use Matching Items