Which of the following is NOT a conclusion from the case of H.M., who had an operation to help alleviate his epileptic seizures?
A. The hippocampus is necessary for forming new long-term memories.
B. Short-term and long-term memories are controlled by different mechanisms.
C. Short-term and long-term memories can operate independently of each other.
D. Long-term memories are unaffected by damage to the hippocampus.
Answer: D
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