Nadia changed her computer password on Monday. On Friday, she realizes that she failed to change the password in one system. When she tries to get in to that system with her old password, she cannot remember it; her new password keeps coming to mind. Nadia's problem is due to:
A) blocking
B) persistence
C) proactive interference
D) retroactive interference

Question

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Nadia's problem is due to retroactive interference, which occurs when newly acquired information interferes with the ability to recall previously learned information. In this case, Nadia's new password is interfering with her ability to remember her old password.

Nadia Changed Her Computer Password on Monday