You can easily remember your birth date; perhaps you can also remember what you did on your last birthday. The difference between these two pieces of knowledge can best be characterized as a difference between:
A) declarative vs. procedural knowledge
B) semantic vs. episodic memory
C) conceptual vs. conditional knowledge
D) explicit vs. implicit memory

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Declarative knowledge refers to knowledge about facts and events, while procedural knowledge refers to knowledge about how to do something. Semantic memory refers to general knowledge about the world, while episodic memory refers to memories of specific events in one's life. Conceptual knowledge refers to understanding relationships and connections between different concepts, while conditional knowledge refers to knowing what actions to take in specific situations. The difference between knowing one's birth date and remembering what one did on their last birthday is a difference between general knowledge (semantic memory) and specific memories of a personal event (episodic memory). Therefore, B is the best answer. Explicit memory refers to conscious memories that can be intentionally recalled, while implicit memory refers to unconscious memories that affect behavior without conscious awareness. While these terms are related to the concepts of declarative and procedural knowledge, they are not the best answer here.

You Can Easily Remember Your Birth Date; Perhaps You Can