Which of the following is an example of implicit memory?
A) Being at a grocery store and remembering what an individual wanted to buy
B) Typing on a computer while talking to a friend
C) Being able to name the capital of Illinois
D) Recounting the events of a movie an individual has seen

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Implicit memory refers to non-conscious memories such as skills and habits that are performed automatically without conscious awareness. Typing on a computer while talking to a friend requires implicit memory as typing is a skill that is performed automatically without much conscious awareness.

Answer: A, C, and D are all examples of explicit memory as they involve consciously recalling information such as facts, events, or experiences.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Implicit Memory