Question

The textbook describes the case of Clive Wearing, who suffered a brain infection called encephalitis. After the infection, Clive could not retain new information for more than a few seconds. His memory process of _____ was impaired.

Answer 1

Answer: His memory process of STORAGE was impaired.

Explanation: Memory can be defined as the ability of the brain to record information or impressions with the facility of recalling them later at will.  Memory occurs through three fundamental stages: encoding, storage, and retrieval. Clive memory process of storage was impaired that is why he is unable to retain new information for more than a few seconds.