key terms test 2

Question 1

define interference

Answer 1

when two pieces of information conflict with each other resulting in forgetting one or both or distortion of memory

Question 2

define retroactive interference

Answer 2

when a newer memory interferes with an older one

Question 3

define proactive interference

Answer 3

when an older memory interferes with a newer one

Question 4

define retrieval failure

Answer 4

difficulties in recall that are due to the absence of correct retrieval cues or triggers

Question 5

define episodic buffer

Answer 5

temporary store in wmm that integrates information from the other components and maintains a sense of time, so that events occur in a continuing sequence