This simulation lets you explore how repetition and chunking affect memory for a song's lyrics.
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This simulation lets you see how repetition and chunking affect memory for lyrics. Start with one repetition and chunking off, and note the recall percentage. Then increase repetitions and turn chunking on. You'll see that both factors improve recall, and together they have an even stronger effect. This demonstrates why songs, which naturally combine repetition and chunking, are so memorable.
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