Which One of the Following Statements Best Characterizes Working Memory

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements best characterizes working memory sometimes known as short-term memory) ?

• A)It holds information for several hours and includes only things that we know we will need later on.
• B)It holds information for two to five minutes, longer if we engage in maintenance rehearsal.
• C)It actively processes a small amount of information, typically holding it for less than a minute.
• D)It holds processed information for several days or weeks, but rarely forever.

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Definitions:

Karyotype

Chromosomes arranged by pairs according to their size, shape, and general appearance in mitotic metaphase.

Homologous Chromosomes

Pairs of chromosomes in a diploid organism that are similar in shape, size, and gene content, one inherited from each parent.

Autosomes

Chromosomes that are not sex chromosomes; they come in pairs of matching chromosomes and contain the bulk of an organism’s genetic material.

Chromosome Deletion

A genetic mutation where a part of a chromosome or a sequence of DNA is lost during DNA replication, which can lead to diseases or abnormalities.