Short-Term Memory Capacity _____ Between Ages 6 and 13

question 190

Multiple Choice

Short-term memory capacity _____ between ages 6 and 13.

• A) increases significantly
• B) remains steady
• C) decreases slightly
• D) decreases significantly

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