Working Memory (WM) Has Been Likened to a Desk Space

question 15

Multiple Choice

Working memory (WM) has been likened to a desk space that holds the current information for a short period of time. This analogy is problematic in what way?

• A) The desk analogy is too static: WM is capable of more than simply short-term storage.
• B) WM is more like a filing cabinet with a specific number of slots that information can be put in.
• C) The size of WM varies across individuals but a desk never changes size.
• D) There is no problem with this analogy.

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Definitions:

Desktop Computers

Personal computers designed for regular use at a single location on or near a desk or table due to their size and power requirements.

Notebook Computers

Portable computers that can be easily transported and used in various locations.

Trojan Horse

A malicious software program disguised as a harmless application, used to gain access to computer systems.

Hard Drive

A hard drive is a data storage device used in computers to store large amounts of digital information using magnetic storage technology.