Which of the events is least likely to result in a flashbulb memory?
A) September 11, 2001 terror attacks
B) brushing your teeth this morning
C) remembering your cat getting run over by a car when you were 10
D) hearing about the destruction of the Space Shuttle Discovery
E) attending President Obama's inauguration

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Flashbulb memories are typically created in response to unexpected and emotionally arousing events. While the other events listed are all examples of such events, brushing your teeth this morning is not likely to evoke the same level of emotional arousal and therefore is the least likely to result in a flashbulb memory.

Which of the Events Is Least Likely to Result in a Flashbulb