What Happens to Information in Short-Term Memory That Is Not

question 163

Multiple Choice

What happens to information in short-term memory that is not further processed or rehearsed?

• A)The information moves back into sensory memory.
• B)The information is transferred to working memory.
• C)The information is sent to long-term memory.
• D)The information fades or decays.

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Definitions:

Modern Psychology

The scientific study of the human mind and behavior, incorporating a wide range of theories and methodologies from the late 19th century to the present.

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A method in psychology where trained observers examine and report on the content of their own thoughts.

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An early school of psychology that sought to understand the structure of the mind by analyzing the basic elements of thoughts and sensations.