Read the cognitive science passage: 'Spaced repetition and active recall leverage the spacing effect to strengthen neural synaptic plasticity. In contrast, massed cramming creates the temporary illusion of mastery while failing to consolidate memories into long-term hippocampal storage.'\nWhy does spaced repetition outperform cramming in academic retention?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. it consolidates durable long-term memories through distributed synaptic reinforcement
- Step 1: The passage states that spaced repetition strengthens neural plasticity and consolidates memories into long-term hippocampal storage. Answer: it consolidates durable long-term memories through distributed synaptic reinforcement. Why not the others: Cramming creates an illusion of mastery; spaced repetition requires multiple distributed sessions.
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