Explicit memory
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Explicit memory is one of the two main types of long-term human memory, the other of which is implicit memory. Explicit memory is the conscious, intentional recollection of factual information, previous experiences, and concepts. This type of memory is dependent upon three processes: acquisition, consolidation, and retrieval.
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Declarative knowledge
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Declarative knowledge is an awareness of facts that can be expressed using declarative sentences. It is also called theoretical knowledge, descriptive knowledge, propositional knowledge, and knowledge-that. It is not restricted to one specific use or purpose and can be stored in books or on computers.
Declarative knowledge can be expressed using declarative sentences stored in books.
The thought experiments by Edmund Gettier influenced many epistemologists to seek additional components of declarative knowledge.
Knowing how to play the guitar is one form of non-declarative knowledge.
Familiarity with the flavor of chocolate is one example of knowledge by acquaintance, which belongs to non-declarative knowledge.