Elaboration occurs when one adds meaning to new information by connecting with already existing knowledge. In other words, we apply our schemas and draw on already existing knowledge to construct an...

Elaboration occurs when one adds meaning to new information by connecting with already existing knowledge. In other words, we apply our schemas and draw on already existing knowledge to construct an understanding. Which of the following is NOT true of elaboration?

A. Elaboration can occur automatically.

B. Material that is elaborated when first learned will be easier to recall later.

C. Elaboration can limit the number of links to stored knowledge.

D. The more students elaborate new ideas, the deeper their understanding and the better their memory for the knowledge will be.