Researchers have established that when older adults are given an _______ memory test, or one in which they don't know they're being tested, they perform as well as young adults.

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Implicit memory refers to unconscious memory, such as skills and habits. Older adults perform just as well as young adults on implicit memory tests, suggesting that their ability to form and use unconscious memories remains intact. Working memory (A) refers to the ability to hold and manipulate information in the mind for a short period, and it declines with age. Remote memory (B) refers to the recall of events from the distant past and can be impaired in both young and older adults depending on the context. Flashbulb memory (D) refers to the vivid and detailed recall of emotionally charged events and is not necessarily related to aging.

Researchers Have Established That When Older Adults Are Given an _______