"The effectiveness of memory retrieval is directly related to the similarity of cues present when the memory was encoded to the cues present when the memory is retrieved." What concept does this statement describe?
A)consolidation
B)flashbulb memory
C)encoding specificity
D)retrieval clue

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This statement describes the concept of encoding specificity, which proposes that memory retrieval is most effective when cues present during recall match those present during encoding. This indicates that memory is context-dependent and influenced by environmental factors during encoding and retrieval.

"The Effectiveness of Memory Retrieval Is Directly Related to the Similarity