When we want to use knowledge from long-term memory to answer a question, the information is returned to __________ memory.
A) episodic
B) eidetic
C) short-term
D) sensory

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When we want to use knowledge from long-term memory, it first needs to be retrieved and brought into our conscious awareness. This process is called retrieval and the information is temporarily held in short-term memory while we use it to answer a question or complete a task. Therefore, the correct answer is short-term memory. Episodic memory refers to our ability to recall personal experiences and events, eidetic memory (also known as photographic memory) is a rare phenomenon where individuals can recall images or information with outstanding accuracy, and sensory memory refers to our ability to briefly retain information from our senses.

When We Want to Use Knowledge from Long-Term Memory to Answer