What Is the Capacity of Short-Term Memory

question 96

Multiple Choice

What is the capacity of short-term memory?

• A)five,plus or minus two letters
• B)seven,plus or minus two chunks
• C)five,plus or minus two engrams
• D)seven,plus or minus two numbers

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Definitions:

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Form of psychotherapy that aims to change cognitive distortions and self-defeating behaviors.

Systematic Desensitization

Systematic desensitization is a behavioral therapy technique used to gradually reduce anxiety or fear associated with a particular object, situation, or activity through controlled exposure.

Distorted Thinking

Cognitive processes that twist and misinterpret reality, often leading to negative emotional outcomes.

Self-Defeating Actions

Behaviors or actions taken by individuals that are intended to facilitate achievement of a desired objective but paradoxically lead to failure or the opposite outcome.