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Question 1

In the Multi-Store Model of memory, what is the primary distinction between the sensory register and short-term memory (STM) regarding their duration and capacity?

Accepted Answer

The sensory register has a very limited duration and modality-specific encoding, whereas STM has a limited capacity and acoustic encoding.

Question 2

Which of the following are considered components of the Working Memory Model (WMM) as proposed by Baddeley and Hitch?

Accepted Answer

Central Executive

Question 3

What is the primary function of the 'central executive' in the Working Memory Model?

Accepted Answer

To allocate attentional resources to slave systems and coordinate tasks.

Question 4

Which findings from dual-task studies provide evidence for the existence of separate slave systems in the Working Memory Model?

Answer

Participants struggle to perform two tasks that use the same slave system simultaneously.

Answer

Performance is unaffected by the complexity of the tasks performed.

Answer

The central executive can process infinite amounts of information without interference.

Answer

Participants can perform two tasks simultaneously if they use different slave systems.

Question 5

How does the duration of short-term memory (STM) differ from long-term memory (LTM) according to the Multi-Store Model?

Answer

STM lasts up to 30 seconds, while LTM lasts up to 24 hours.

Answer

STM lasts approximately 18-30 seconds without rehearsal, while LTM can last a lifetime.

Answer

STM lasts for a few minutes, while LTM lasts for a few years.

Answer

Both STM and LTM have identical durations but differ in capacity.