The material that Caitlin studied for an upcoming Biology exam would most likely be consolidated into long-term memory:
A) 15 minutes following her study period
B) 3 months following her study period
C) as she is studying it
D) 10 hours following her initial study period

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Consolidation is the process by which information is transferred from short-term memory to long-term memory. This process takes time and research suggests that it can take hours to days for information to be consolidated into long-term memory. Option B, 3 months following the study period, is the most appropriate choice as it allows enough time for the consolidation process to occur.

The Material That Caitlin Studied for an Upcoming Biology Exam