Memory

What is the primary cognitive mechanism underlying the 'tip-of-the-tongue' phenomenon?

MCQ

MCQ Answer

A. working memory
B. retrieval Correct

Explanation

The tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon is a common experience where a person struggles to recall a specific word, despite being able to encode and store it correctly. This indicates that the information is present in long-term memory, but the individual is experiencing a temporary failure in the retrieval process, preventing them from accessing the word.

C. encoding
D. storage

Correct Answer

retrieval