Which of the Following Expressions BEST Reflects the Capacity of Short-Term

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following expressions BEST reflects the capacity of short-term memory?

• A) one or two items
• B) seven,plus or minus two items
• C) about a dozen items
• D) unlimited

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Definitions:

Physical Dependence

A physiological state where the body develops a dependency on a substance, leading to withdrawal symptoms when the substance is not used.

Intellectual Functioning

Refers to the mental capacities related to knowledge, reasoning, problem-solving, and abstract thinking.

Flashbacks

Sudden and intense memories of past experiences, often traumatic, that invade the present consciousness, making the person feel as if they're reliving the past.

Narcotic

A drug affecting mood or behavior and sold for nonmedical purposes, often used to induce sleep or relieve pain.