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Thomsen and Berntsen (2008) Found That, Among Danish Elders, the Bump

Question 36
Multiple Choice

Thomsen and Berntsen (2008) found that, among Danish elders, the bump was particularly noticeable for the memory of events that were consistent with: A)general events recalled in field format. B)the offset of childhood amnesia. C)less socially-marked memories, such as travel, memorable meals, or political memories. D)cultural life scripts, such as first jobs, dating, and leaving home.

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