Information entered into short-term memory fades quickly unless it is
A) unassociated with past memories.
B) communicated.
C) rehearsed.
D) left alone.

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Rehearsing information in short-term memory helps to transfer it to long-term memory, thus preventing it from fading quickly. Choices A, B, and D do not directly address the process of memory consolidation and retention.

Information Entered into Short-Term Memory Fades Quickly Unless It Is