What kind of memories seem to be "blocked" when specific hormones were decreased by the injection of a drug in the research of McGaugh and colleagues described in your chapter?
A) semantic memories
B) explicit memories
C) repressed memories
D) emotional memories

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The research by McGaugh and colleagues found that when specific hormones were decreased by the injection of a drug, emotional memories seem to be blocked. This suggests that these hormones play a role in the consolidation of emotional memories. Therefore, the best choice would be D - emotional memories. Choices A and B are less likely as semantic and explicit memories are not typically associated with a strong emotional component. Choice C is not supported by the research as the study did not involve the retrieval of repressed memories.

What Kind of Memories Seem to Be "Blocked" When Specific