The Brief Storage of Perceptual Information Before It Is Passed

question 161

Multiple Choice

The brief storage of perceptual information before it is passed to short-term memory is called ________ memory.

• A)flashbulb
• B)long-term
• C)sensory
• D)working

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Definitions:

Distracted Driving

The act of driving a vehicle while engaging in other activities that divert the driver's attention away from the road.

Fatal Vehicle Accidents

Incidents involving motor vehicles that result in death.

Text Messages

Text messages are brief written messages sent electronically, typically through mobile phones or online platforms, allowing for instant communication between individuals.

Attentional Capture

A phenomenon in which certain stimuli seem to “pop out” and require a person to shift cognitive resources automatically to them.