Casey just heard that Fargo is the most populous city in North Dakota.Using the concept of semantic encoding,we can say that she will remember this information better if she:
A)relates it to a popular movie she has seen titled Fargo.
B)stares at the location of the city on a map for 1 minute.
C)highlights the information in a textbook.
D)repeats the city's name to herself ten times.

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Relating the information to something familiar (a popular movie) will create a stronger memory association and enhance the likelihood of retention. This utilizes the concept of semantic encoding, where new information is connected to pre-existing knowledge or experiences.

Casey Just Heard That Fargo Is the Most Populous City