Encoding specificity refers to ____________.
A)using physical surroundings or emotions as retrieval cues for specific memories
B)particular codes such as Morse code to transform information into bits
C)the discrete and specific links that occur in a Collins and Quillan network
D)a stimulus for remembering

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Encoding specificity theory suggests that the context or environment in which information is learned also serves as a cue or reminder for retrieving that information. Often, memories are more easily retrieved when the individual is in a similar physical or emotional state as they were during encoding.

Encoding Specificity Refers to ____________