Research on flashbulb memories shows that:
A)the details of such memories are much more accurate over long periods of time than ordinary memories.
B)such memories are completely resistant to distortions and interference from other memories.
C)people are less confident in the accuracy of flashbulb memories.
D)flashbulb memories function just like ordinary memories; we remember some details, forget some details, and think we remember some details.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research on flashbulb memories has shown that they function just like ordinary memories in that we remember some details, forget some details, and think we remember other details. While people may feel confident in the accuracy of these memories, studies have also shown that they can be influenced by a variety of factors, such as the passage of time and exposure to misleading information. Therefore, flashbulb memories are not completely resistant to distortions and interference from other memories.

Research on Flashbulb Memories Shows That