Short-Term and Long-Term Memory Are Related but Have Important Differences

question 34

Multiple Choice

Short-term and long-term memory are related but have important differences. Short-term memory ________.

• A) involves temporary links formed in the cerebral cortex while long-term memory involves permanent connections within the hippocampus
• B) and long-term memory store information in the cerebellum but use different neurotransmitters
• C) is essential for acquiring and retaining long-term memories
• D) occurs within the hippocampus and is essential for acquiring new long-term memories within the cerebral cortex

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