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Memories of traumatic physical abuse are most unlikely to be __________________?

Correct answer: B. repressed

  • A. encoded
  • B. repressed
  • C. rehearsed
  • D. retrieved

Explanation

Encoding, rehearsal and retrieval can all contribute to remembering abuse, whereas repression refers to an alleged unconscious blocking of distressing memories. Because repression is controversial and is not a normal requirement of traumatic memory, it is the least likely option in this textbook framing.

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