Proactive And Retroactive Interference Flashcards
1
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Proactive Interference Definition
A
Where older memories interfere with an attempt to remember newer memories
2
Q
Proactive Interference Example
A
Dialling your old phone number when you were trying to remember your new number
3
Q
Retroactive Interference Definition
A
Where newer memories interfere with an attempt to remember older memories
4
Q
Retroactive Interference Example
A
Trying to remember your old postcode but keep remembering your new postcode
