Imagine that Lil is fourth in line to give a short speech in class this morning.If the "next-in-line" effect is present,what can be predicted?
A)Lil will remember very little about the first speech.
B)Lil will remember very little about the speech that precedes her speech.
C)Lil will remember very little about the speeches that follow her speech.
D)Lil will have equal recollection of the three speeches given while in line that morning.

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The "next-in-line" effect refers to the phenomenon where people have difficulty remembering information presented immediately before or after they are called on to speak. In this case, Lil is fourth in line, so the speech that immediately precedes hers is most likely to be affected by the next-in-line effect. Therefore, Lil will likely remember very little about the speech that precedes hers (option B).

Imagine That Lil Is Fourth in Line to Give a Short