Memory is a function of the brain, and no two persons nor two brains are alike. They think differently, act differently, react to stimuli differently and they also learn and remember things differently, so there is no final answer to this question really. Some persons find it easier to remember what they hear while others find it easier to remember what they see. The lucky few can remember both what they hear and see very well and many of us forget almost anything just too fast.
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It can vary from person to person, but typically, people tend to remember information better when they see it rather than when they hear it. Visual information can be more easily processed and stored in memory compared to auditory information.
According to the results of repeated trials people remember things better when they see it instead of hear it.
Generally they remember what they see the better of the two, but both hearing and seeing together helps people remember it more.
Yes, the auditory code used in short-term memory (STM) can explain why people have better memory for information they hear rather than see. This is because auditory information tends to be processed more efficiently and encoded more deeply in STM compared to visual information, resulting in better recall. Additionally, auditory information can be rehearsed more easily through inner speech, enhancing memory retention.
When you see or hear propaganda, it's important to critically analyze the information being presented. Look for sources, evidence, and alternative viewpoints to form a well-rounded understanding. Be cautious of emotional manipulation and be mindful of the intentions behind the propaganda's message.
People laugh when they see me because I often do or say things that are funny or amusing to them.
Yes, yawning can be contagious. The urge to yawn when you see or hear someone else yawn is believed to be a reflex triggered by a social and empathetic response rather than an actual need for oxygen.
If you can't remember the lyrics to a song, you can try listening to the song again, looking up the lyrics online, or asking someone who might know the lyrics. You could also try singing or humming the parts you do remember and see if the rest comes back to you.