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Define the memory trace decay theory of forgetting.

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Define the memory trace decay theory of forgetting.

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Authors: Minter, Elmhorst, Ciccarelli, White

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Trace decay theory states that forgetting occurs as a result of the automatic decay or fading of the memory trace. Trace decay theory focuses on time and the limited duration of short term memory.

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