Primacy Effect

Definition

The primacy effect is another cognitive bias that results in better recall for items at the beginning of a list or sequence.

Related terms

Long-Term Memory: This refers to memories that are stored over extended periods, even lifetimes. Information remembered due to primacy often ends up here.

Encoding:

Encoding is transforming information so it can be stored in memory. It plays a crucial role during initial exposure when primacy effects occur.

Attention Span: Attention span refers to how long someone can focus on something without becoming distracted. A longer attention span could enhance primacy effects as individuals are able to concentrate more on the initial information.