Which technique is appropriate for storage-focused interventions?

• A. Multimodal input
• B. Spaced-retrieval
• C. Cueing hierarchy
• D. Elaborative rehearsal

Answer: (B)

Strengthening long-term storage of information through spaced retrieval is the technique most aligned with storage-focused interventions. By scheduling repeated recall attempts at progressively longer intervals, the memory trace is reactivated and consolidated, making it more durable and easier to retrieve later. This approach directly targets the stability of stored information, not just how it is encoded or how cues aid retrieval. For example, you might practice recalling a name after delays that grow from a few minutes to longer periods, gradually reducing forgetting over time. In contrast, multimodal input emphasizes encoding through multiple channels, cueing hierarchy supports retrieval with prompts, and elaborative rehearsal strengthens encoding by forming deeper connections. So the method that best strengthens storage through spaced practice is the appropriate choice.