Which One of the Following Is Least Likely to Be

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is least likely to be a good predictor of how well a person will remember a piece of information a year or two after learning it?

• A) The speed with which the person learned it in the first place
• B) The extent to which the person related it to other information in his or her long-term memory
• C) The extent to which the person tried to apply the information to new situations
• D) The frequency with which the person subsequently reviewed the information

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Definitions:

Storage

In memory processes, storage refers to the retention of information over time, a key component of the memory system.

Language-Based Knowledge

Knowledge acquired through language, including reading and listening, that allows for the understanding and production of complex ideas.

Working Memory

A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing tasks like problem-solving and decision-making.

Cowan (2010)

Refers to research or findings by cognitive psychologist Nelson Cowan regarding cognitive development, specifically focusing on the theory of working memory.