Damage to the hippocampus would most likely result in which disorder?
A) anterograde amnesia
B) retroactive interference
C) retrograde amnesia
D) proactive interference
Answer: A
Rationale: The hippocampus is important for the consolidation of new long-term memories, but is not where long-term memories are permanently stored. Therefore, hippocampal damage is likely to prevent the formation of long-term memories (anterograde amnesia). This is supported by the case of H.M., who suffered from anterograde amnesia following surgery that involved removing his hippocampus.
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