The Main Distinction Between "Short-Term Memory" and "Working Memory" Hinges

question 81

Multiple Choice

The main distinction between "short-term memory" and "working memory" hinges on ______.

• A)the kind of storage (short vs.longer term)
• B)the emphasis on static structure vs.active processing
• C)the capacity (limited to 7+2 items vs.unlimited)
• D)the type of forgetting (decay vs.interference)

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