Your text discusses how episodic and semantic memories are interconnected. This discussion revealed that when we experience events,
A) episodic memory for events lasts longer than semantic memory for the events.
B) the knowledge that makes up semantic memories is initially attained through a personal experience based in episodic memory.
C) semantic and episodic memories about events tend to last about the same length of time in our memory.
D) semantic memory of events is enhanced when it is not interfered with by associated episodic memories.

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The text states that "episodic memories lay the foundation for semantic memories", which means that personal experiences and events stored in episodic memory form the basis for the knowledge and understanding that make up semantic memories. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because the text does not provide information on which type of memory lasts longer. Option C is not necessarily true as the duration of memories can vary. Option D is not discussed in the text.

Your Text Discusses How Episodic and Semantic Memories Are Interconnected