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When considering Long Term Memory (LTM), what are the differences between Maintenance Rehearsal and Elaborative Rehearsal? Does intent come into play?

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Looking at memory and cognition, the solution determines if there is a distinction between Maintenance Rehearsal and Elaborative Rehearsal and if how information is processes impacts how it is remembered.

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Let's assume the student is studying for his upcoming science test. If the student repeats the information repeatedly until he memorizes everything for the sole purpose of passing the exam, he may indeed be able to do very well. However, when time passes, it's more likely that such memories won't be as concrete.

Thus, "Maintenance Rehearsal" is when a person studies information with mere intent for initial retention. He/she does not make connections, find meanings, or delve deep into the material presented. The focus ...

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