Cue-Dependent Forgetting

Question 1

What is cue-dependent forgetting?

Answer 1

Information is stored but cannot be retrieved without a cue.

Question 2

Context-dependent cues?

Answer 2

Same environment improves recall.

Question 3

State-dependent cues?

Answer 3

Same emotional state improves recall.

Question 4

Study supporting absence of cues.

Answer 4

Godden & Baddeley (1975) – divers recalled 40% more in same environment.

Question 5

Strength of cue theory.

Answer 5

Useful real-life applications (childhood homes).

Question 6

Weakness of cue theory.

Answer 6

Lab studies have low ecological validity.