Carter is studying for his biology exam. He is trying to remember the process of photosynthesis so he creates a story about a flower growing in a field that includes the flower taking in sunlight. What memory strategy is he using

The correct answer is Mnemonics

Mnemonic techniques are personal strategies used to remember information. They act as a “shortcut” that allows us to associate something concrete with what we want to remember.

Attention is one of the main components of memory. In order for information to move from short-term memory to long-term memory, it is necessary to focus attention on that information. When studying or trying to memorize something, it is important to be in a place without distractions and that allows us to focus attention. Thus, the stimulus that matters is highlighted and memorization is facilitated