Discuss the Limitations of Short-Term Memory and Describe Two Ways

question 90

Essay

Discuss the limitations of short-term memory and describe two ways that they can be overcome. Why is short-term memory sometimes called "working memory" and, according to Alan Baddeley, what are four different components of working memory?

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Definitions:

Past Consideration

A benefit already provided or an action already performed, which cannot legally constitute consideration for a current contract.

Consideration

A value that is exchanged between parties in a contract, making the agreement legally binding.

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a party from withdrawing a promise made to another party, if the latter has reasonably relied on that promise to their detriment.

Hamer v. Sidway

A landmark case in contract law regarding forbearance as consideration, where a promise not to do something can be as legally binding as a promise to do something.