To remember the points he wants to make during a speech, Sam visualizes himself strolling down the lane where he lives and seeing the main ideas of his speech posted on each tree along the lane. Sam is
A)using acrostics.
B)forming a chain of outrageous associations.
C)taking a mental walk.
D)using a system.

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Sam is employing the method of loci, also known as the memory palace technique, where he visualizes a familiar place and associates different parts of that place with pieces of information he wishes to remember. This technique is often referred to as taking a mental walk through a familiar place to recall information.

To Remember the Points He Wants to Make During a Speech