A schema is __________.

A) an important result of decay
B) a form of proactive interference
C) a conceptual framework for interpreting a situation
D) an item that has been forgotten

Schema

A cognitive framework or concept that helps organize and interpret information, allowing individuals to make sense of their experiences and the world around them.

Proactive Interference

The phenomenon where old information interferes with the ability to learn or remember new information.

Conceptual Framework

A structured plan or system that outlines the key concepts, variables, methods, and hypotheses of a research study or theory.