Regarding the Exceptional Memory of Steve Described in the Textbook

question 605

Multiple Choice

Regarding the exceptional memory of Steve described in the textbook, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Steve's exceptional memory seemed to be based on highly practiced strategies of encoding and storing digits.
• B)After 20 months of practice, Steve was able to memorize approximately 80 digits.
• C)Steve's short-term memory improved through this intensive practice.
• D)Before he began practicing long lists of digits, Steve had a normal memory for digits.

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