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forms of memory
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Forms of Memory Let's say a person was asked to define memory. They might define memory as storing information in the brain, which is typical. However, there is more to memory then just that. The stored information has to actually stay in your memory, and be able to be retrieved when needed. You probably experienced the tip of the tongue phenomenon. The tip of the tongue phenomenon is when you memorized something, but when its time to remember it, it will just not come to you! It seems like it's out of reach. Memory can be really puzzling, and Psychologists came up with three questions about memory. The first question is that when information is learned, then how does it get into your memory? Well, Encoding is the process of getting the information into the memory. It involves finding a way to memorize it. As you study the information, you...
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