Which statement correctly characterizes schemas and how new information is integrated into memory?

Which statement correctly characterizes schemas and how new information is integrated into memory?

• A. Schemas are fixed memory traces; new information always replaces old schemas.
• B. Retrieval depends on context.
• C. Schemas are mental frameworks; new information is integrated by assimilation into existing schemas or by accommodation that modifies schemas; retrieval relies on activated relevant schemas.
• D. Schemas are only used for vocabulary learning.

Answer: (C)