Weston is working on a science project and wants to make his papier-mâché volcano "erupt." He remembers that when his mother combined vinegar and baking soda while following a recipe,the batter foamed up as she added the vinegar. So he tries mixing vinegar and baking soda in his volcano,and the mixture bubbles. Weston is showing:
A)General transfer.
B)Intuitive transfer.
C)Specific transfer.
D)Negative transfer.

Question

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Specific transfer occurs when knowledge or skills learned in one context are applied to a similar context. Weston applies his observation of the reaction between vinegar and baking soda from his mother's recipe to his science project.

Weston Is Working on a Science Project and Wants to Make