For the ___ theory of forgetting to make any sense,it must assume that a physical trace is laid down in the nervous system when a memory is formed.
A) interference
B) decay
C) motivated forgetting
D) repression

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The decay theory of forgetting proposes that memories fade and weaken over time due to disuse or lack of reinforcement. However, for this theory to be plausible, it must assume that a physical trace or engram is created in the nervous system when a memory is formed. This trace would gradually deteriorate or decay without consolidation or rehearsal. Therefore, option B is the best choice. The other options do not necessarily require a physical trace or assume that forgetting is due to the weakening of memory traces over time. For example, interference suggests that forgetting occurs because of other memories or stimuli interfering with access or retrieval of the target memory. Motivated forgetting and repression propose that forgetting is deliberately or unconsciously induced to avoid painful or unpleasant memories.

For the ___ Theory of Forgetting to Make Any Sense,it