We Can Only Work with About Seven Pieces of Information

question 211

Multiple Choice

We can only work with about seven pieces of information in memory at any given time.This limit was discovered by which pioneer of memory research?

• A)George Miller
• B)Frederic Bartlett
• C)Donald Broadbent
• D)Noam Chomsky

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Definitions:

Extra-chromosome Condition

A genetic condition characterized by having more than the usual number of chromosomes in the cells of an organism, often resulting in developmental differences.

Down Syndrome

A genetic disorder caused by the presence of an extra 21st chromosome, leading to developmental and intellectual delays.

Teratogens

Agents, such as chemicals or viruses, that can cause developmental abnormalities in a fetus.

Immunizations

The process by which individuals are made immune or resistant to an infectious disease, typically by the administration of a vaccine.