Della Sala's research group in Edinburgh observed that information retention by amnesic patients was greatly improved if the learning was immediately followed by which of the following?
A)Heightened sensory stimulation
B)Removal of the patient to a quiet, dim room
C)Standard cognitive tasks related to assessment
D)Deep-brain stimulation
E)Crossword puzzle solving

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Della Sala's research found that amnesic patients retained information better when they were placed in a quiet, dim room immediately after learning. This environment likely reduced additional sensory input and distractions, helping to consolidate the newly learned information.

Della Sala's Research Group in Edinburgh Observed That Information Retention