In a memory experiment, participants in Group A are asked to just listen to a list of words. Group B is asked to count the number of words that begin with the lettere. Group C is asked to repeat each word as they hear it. Group D is asked to use each word in a sentence. According to Craik and Watson's levels of processing theory, which group would later remember more of the words on the list?
A) Group A
B) Group B
C) Group C
D) Group D

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According to Craik and Watson's levels of processing theory, deeper levels of processing result in better memory. Group D is asked to use each word in a sentence, which requires deeper processing and thus should result in better memory compared to the other groups who are engaged in shallower levels of processing.

In a Memory Experiment, Participants in Group a Are Asked