The Operation Span of Working Memory Measures the

question 25

Multiple Choice

The operation span of working memory measures the

• A) number of letters that working memory can store.
• B) number of sentences that working memory can store.
• C) rate of transfer of information from working memory into long-term memory.
• D) efficiency with which working memory operates when it is working.

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Definitions:

Occipital Lobe

The region of the cerebral cortex located at the back of the brain, responsible for processing visual information.

Withdrawal Response

A defensive reaction to a threat or pain, characterized by pulling away or retreating.

Obvious Stimulus

A stimulus that is easily perceived or recognized by an individual due to its distinct characteristics.

Sensory Nerves

Nerves that transmit sensory information from the body's periphery to the central nervous system, enabling perception.