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First, memory has a limited capacity, and thus attention determines what will be encoded. Division of attention during encoding prevents the formation of conscious memories, although the role of attention in formation of unconscious memories is more complex.
Attention allows the information to be taken in.Yes attention affects the memory.
Distraction rates while Inside were negatively correlated with both interest ratings and memory performance, such that increased reports of distraction were associated with lower memory test performance as well as lower ratings of interest.