Remembering to do something at a particular time or in particular circumstances is called
A) terminal decline.
B) prospective memory.
C) the social clock.
D) working memory.

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Prospective memory is the ability to remember to do something in the future, such as remembering to take medication or attend an appointment at a particular time or in particular circumstances. Terminal decline refers to a decline in cognitive function towards the end of life, the social clock refers to society's expectations for the timing of life events, and working memory involves holding and manipulating information in short-term memory.

Remembering to Do Something at a Particular Time or in Particular