When the content that we have previously learned interferes with the recall of…
2024
When the content that we have previously learned interferes with the recall of something newly learned then the interference is:
- A.
Retroactive Inhibition
- B.
Proactive Inhibition
- C.
Attention Inhibition
- D.
Response Inhibition
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Correct answer: B
This scenario describes proactive interference. Proactive interference occurs when previously learned content interferes with the recall of new information. In contrast, retroactive interference refers to new learning interfering with old memories.