
The two-stage theory states that the process of recall begins with a search and retrieval process, and then a decision or recognition process where the correct information is chosen from what has been retrieved. Two main theories of the process of recall are the two-stage theory and the theory of encoding specificity. Psychologists test these forms of recall as a way to study the memory processes of humans and animals. There are three main types of recall: free recall, cued recall and serial recall. Along with encoding and storage, it is one of the three core processes of memory. Recall in memory refers to the mental process of retrieval of information from the past. Please consider expanding the lead to provide an accessible overview of all important aspects of the article.

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