Because hyphens divide the numbers on your social security card into three segments, it is easier for you to remember this nine-digit number. This illustrates
A)maintenance rehearsal.
B)the key number system.
C)the method of loci.
D)chunking.

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This illustrates chunking, a memory technique where information is broken down into smaller, manageable units (or "chunks"), making it easier to remember. In the case of a social security number, dividing it into three segments allows for easier recall.

Because Hyphens Divide the Numbers on Your Social Security Card