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Which memory system is the one that is a working active system that processes the information within it?
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∙ 13y ago
If your talking about computers.. RAM.
DDR or DDDR I think you call it. :)
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What is another name for short-term memory?
Short term memory is also called primary or active memory. This type of memory stores data only for a short period time and it can only be a small amount of information stored at once.
What is the difference between short term memory and working memory?
Short term memory refers to the temporary storage of information for a brief period, usually around 15-30 seconds. Working memory, on the other hand, involves actively processing and manipulating this information to perform tasks such as problem-solving or decision-making. Working memory is like the "workspace" where short term memory is utilized for cognitive tasks.
What's the order of the basic memory processes in which information enters your memory system and is used later?
Encoding - storage - retrival.
According to Wikipedia what is working memory?
Working memory is the system where multiple pieces of information in transit are held for manipulation. It includes the subsystems that store visual and verbal information as well, but differs from short term memory.
What is memory is formally defined as?
The mental processes that enable us to acquire, retain, and retrieve information
After information has been encoded in working memory it moves into?
After information has been encoded in working memory, it moves into long-term memory for storage. Long-term memory has a relatively infinite capacity and can store information for extended periods of time.
What is the limit for working memory?
It is limited to seven or eight chunks of information
What encoding and retrieval involve?
Encoding is the process of inputting information into memory, where it can be stored and later retrieved. Retrieval is the process of accessing and bringing stored information out of memory for use. Both encoding and retrieval are essential components of memory processes.
What part of the brain controls thought voluntary movement memory and processes information from the senses?
cerebral cortex
Lets you view the applications and processes running on your computer as well as performance information for the processor and memory?
Task Manager
What happens to information in short-term memory?
Short term memory is also known as a "working memory." Everyone processes information at their own speed, and it's stored in the frontal lobe of the brain. The frontal lobe is responsible for carrying out executive functions. Here's an example that will hopefully help to answer your question : A student in the classroom is diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder. One area he/she is deficient in is processing speed. Therefore, it is extremely difficult for the student to keep up in classroom, because they are stuggling to hold the information that's being taught in his/her short-term (working) memory, while trying to relate or make sense of it in regards to next piece of information about the topic the professor starts lecturing about. So, to sum this up. Information in the short term (working memory) is either processed & stored, or not fully processed & is then forgotten.
How is working memory related to intelligence?
Thinking, reasoning, imagination and memory are four aspects of human intelligence. You have working memory available for use as on today. So these past experiences are of paramount importance in processing the present information.
