A primacy effect occurs when, given a list of response options, people choose
A) the item that is most relevant to their lives.
B) an item near the end of the list.
C) an item near the top of the list.
D) the item that triggers the greatest number of pleasant memories.

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The primacy effect refers to the tendency for people to remember and choose items that are presented at the beginning of a list. Therefore, option C, "an item near the top of the list," is the best choice.

A Primacy Effect Occurs When, Given a List of Response