AP Psychologyhardmcq1 pt

Retroactive interference occurs when:

A.Emotional memories are suppressed

B.New information disrupts the recall of old information

C.Old information disrupts the recall of new information

D.Information is lost due to decay over time

Explanation

Core Concept

Retroactive interference happens when newly learned information interferes with the ability to recall previously learned information. Example: learning a new phone number makes it harder to remember the old one.

Correct Answer

BNew information disrupts the recall of old information

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