6.05 Forgetting
Directions: Complete the tasks below. Copy and paste the questions and answers to the student
comments box in 6.05 and submit for grading.
In this assignment, explain in your own words by writing a paragraph response to each critical thinking
question.
How do declarative and non-declarative memories differ? Provide two specific examples of each.
Declarative memories: Your answer here
Example 1 – Your answer here
Example 2 – Your answer here
Non-declarative memories: Your answer here
Example 1 – Your answer here
Example 2 - Your answer here
How might you explain the different reasons why you may forget the process of classical conditioning if
you were tested on it today?
Your answer here
Provide two specific examples each of proactive and retroactive interference from your life.
Proactive interference:
Example 1 – Your answer here
Example 2 – Your answer here
Retroactive Interference:
Example 1 – Your answer here
Example 2 – Your answer here
Looking Ahead.... The next assignment is on thinking. You will be analyzing and breaking down a sample
multiple choice question. Be sure to give explanations for all of the answer choices.