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Contextual memory is the ability to remember certain memories more accurately due to the context in which they were learned. For example, if you memorize a set of words underwater while scuba diving, you will have an increased chance of remembering those words while underwater. | Contextual memory is the ability to remember certain memories more accurately due to the context in which they were learned. For example, if you memorize a set of words underwater while scuba diving, you will have an increased chance of remembering those words while underwater. | ||
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Latest revision as of 11:58, 28 June 2012
Contextual memory is the ability to remember certain memories more accurately due to the context in which they were learned. For example, if you memorize a set of words underwater while scuba diving, you will have an increased chance of remembering those words while underwater.