What Is the Capacity of Short-Term Memory

question 2

Multiple Choice

What is the capacity of short-term memory?

• A)five,plus or minus pieces of information
• B)eleven,plus or minus two chunks
• C)fifteen,plus or minus two engrams
• D)three,plus or minus two numbers

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Definitions:

Milton Hershey

An American businessman and philanthropist, founder of the Hershey Chocolate Company, and the town of Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Nickel

A silvery-white metal with a slight golden tinge that is used in alloys and to coat other metals to protect them from corrosion.

Milk Chocolate

A sweet chocolate confectionery made with milk powder, sugar, chocolate liquor, and sometimes vanilla and lecithin.

Binge Drinking

The consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time, often leading to significant impairment.