The Atkinson-Shiffrin Model of Memory Consists of ____________, Which Retain

question 68

Multiple Choice

The Atkinson-Shiffrin model of memory consists of ____________, which retain information in memory without using it for any specific purpose, and ____________, which shift information from one type of memory to another.

• A) central executives; episodic buffers
• B) episodic buffers; central executives
• C) stores; control processes
• D) control processes; stores

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Definitions:

Dorsal

Pertaining to the back side of the body in humans, or the upper side in quadrupeds and other animals.

Ventral

Pertaining to the front or anterior of the body; opposite of dorsal, which refers to the back or posterior.

Caudal

Pertaining to, situated at, or directed toward the tail or the hind part of the body.

Splenius

A muscle located in the back of the neck and upper back that helps in movements such as head rotation and extension.