In the "Three-Box Model of Memory," Which Memory System Holds

question 37

Multiple Choice

In the "three-box model of memory," which memory system holds information for a few seconds of time until it can be processed further?

• A)short-term memory
• B)long-term memory
• C)sensory register
• D)implicit memory

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The units of hereditary information, consisting of short segments of chromosomes composed of DNA.

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