When Felipe goes to the grocery store, he prefers not to use a written list. However, with advancing age, his ability to remember all the items on the list in his head is decreasing. If he still prefers to use his memory rather than a written list, which strategy will be most effective?
a. ?Repeat the items he wants to buy over and over in his head.
b. ?Tie a bow around each finger for each item he wants to buy.
c. ?Take a nap before going to the store.
d. ?Visualize the items he wants to buy.
ANSWER:
d
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