When investigating the serial position curve, presenting the word list at a slower pace
A) has no effect on the curve.
B) increases the primacy effect.
C) decreases the recency effect.
D) increases both the primacy and the recency effects.

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Presenting the word list at a slower pace allows for more rehearsal time for the earlier items, which enhances the primacy effect. The recency effect is typically unaffected by the pace of presentation because it relies on short-term memory.

When Investigating the Serial Position Curve, Presenting the Word List