The greatest interference occurs when old and new material are __________________?
Correct answer: D. similar to each other
- A. learned through disturbed practice
- B. each learned on separate days
- C. automatically processed
- D. similar to each other
Explanation
Interference is strongest when old and new information are similar because their memory traces and retrieval cues overlap. Distinct material produces less competition.
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