An individual with retrograde amnesia would be LEAST likely to be able to remember which of the following?
A) the names of her childhood friends
B) how to ride a bike
C) a list of nonsense words 30 seconds after it is presented
D) a list of nonsense words 5 seconds after it is presented

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Retrograde amnesia typically affects memories that were formed before the onset of the amnesia, so the individual may have difficulty remembering names of childhood friends. However, they may still be able to remember how to perform certain motor skills (like riding a bike) or short-term memories such as a list of nonsense words presented shortly before the onset of the amnesia. Option C is less likely than option D as 30 seconds is a longer duration and may be more difficult for the individual to retain in their short-term memory.

An Individual with Retrograde Amnesia Would Be LEAST Likely to Be