One of the proposed differences between implicit and explicit memory is that explicit memory depends on _____ processing to a greater extent than does implicit memory.
A) "top-down"
B) "bottom-up"
C) neural
D) temporal lobe

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Explicit memory involves intentionally and consciously retrieving information, which requires top-down processing, such as attention and effortful encoding. In contrast, implicit memory involves unconsciously retrieving information, which relies more on automatic, bottom-up processing. Therefore, the best choice is A, "top-down".

One of the Proposed Differences Between Implicit and Explicit Memory