When asked to recall the date of John Kennedy's assassination, Peter draws a blank; however, when asked whether it was October 24,1962, November 22, 1963, or February 1, 1965, he correctly answers with the second of the choices. This example most clearly demonstrates the value of ________.
A) retrieval cues
B) state dependent memory
C) cross links in deep structure
D) mnemonic devices

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This scenario demonstrates the use of retrieval cues. Even though Peter couldn't recall the date on his own, when provided with multiple options, one of them acted as a retrieval cue and helped him recall the correct answer.

When Asked to Recall the Date of John Kennedy's Assassination