A Measure of How Many Items a Person Can Hold

question 17

Multiple Choice

A measure of how many items a person can hold in immediate memory while also doing some processing, or thinking, about those items is called

• A)long-term memory.
• B)working memory span.
• C)mnemonics.
• D)short-term memory.

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Definitions:

Histrionic Personality Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by a pattern of excessive attention-seeking behaviors, emotionality, and a desire for approval.

Histrionic

Relating to a personality disorder characterized by a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behaviors.

Borderline

Often used in the context of Borderline Personality Disorder, it describes a mental health condition characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships.

Obsessive-Compulsive

Relating to a mental disorder characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions).