Briefly Explain the Predictability Vs. Novelty Relational Dialectic

question 7

Essay

Briefly explain the predictability vs. novelty relational dialectic.

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Definitions:

Short-Term Memory

The power to retain a slight amount of data in a state of readiness and activity for a brief period.

Long-Term Memory

A type of memory responsible for the storage of information over an extended period, from days to decades, involving facts, experiences, and skills.

Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory, where sensory information is retained for very short periods, usually under a second.

Executive Control System

A cognitive system responsible for planning, decision-making, problem-solving, and regulating attention and thoughts, critical for goal-directed behavior.