Consolidation refers to the ______________?
Correct answer: D. forming of a long-term memory
- A. time taken for short-term memory to be complete
- B. ability to see relationship between objects or events
- C. process whereby memory storage is speeded by the use of electroconvulsive shock treatment
- D. forming of a long-term memory
Explanation
Consolidation is the process by which a newly encoded memory becomes more stable and is incorporated into long-term storage. Electroconvulsive shock generally disrupts consolidation rather than speeding it.
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