In studies of forgetting, the retention interval is the length of time
a. between the presentation of stimuli and the complete forgetting of the information.
b. between the presentation of stimuli and the measurement of forgetting.
c. during which the stimulus material is available to be studied by the subjects.
d. over which the subject has 100 percent recall of the material.
B
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a. Behavioral theory b. Cognitive theory c. Constructivist theory d. Social cognitive theory
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What will be an ideal response?
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