The cognitive perspective of dreaming suggests that this sleep-time process is essential in the ________ of memories that are formed while we are awake

a) elaboration
b) imprinting
c) rehearsal
d) consolidation


ANS: D, Consolidation refers to the stabilization of memory after it has been acquired, and it is believed to occur particularly well while we are dreaming.

Psychology

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Psychology

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Psychology