We often misrepresent memories or make them up from scratch.Which of the following is NOT a common reason for this?
A) source misattributions
B) repression
C) exposure to misinformation
D) effects of imagination

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Repression refers to the unconscious blocking of memories as a defense mechanism, which is a relatively uncommon reason for memory misrepresentation and fabrication. The other three options (source misattributions, exposure to misinformation, and effects of imagination) are common reasons for memory distortion.

We Often Misrepresent Memories or Make Them Up from Scratch