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