The Major System Is Rarely If Ever Used by Present-Day

Multiple Choice

The major system is rarely if ever used by present-day memory athletes. The PAO system is preferred because ________ and there is no awkward translation step.

A) it avoids using highly unusual (and therefore difficult to remember) numbers
B) it uses highly unusual (and therefore highly memorable) sounds
C) it avoids using highly unusual (and therefore difficult to remember) images
D) it uses highly unusual (and therefore highly memorable) images