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What is the average digit span according to Miller's landmark publication?

  • 7 +/- 2 (correct)
  • 5 +/- 2
  • 10 +/- 3
  • 6 +/- 1

    • How did H.M. demonstrate the nature of 'short' in short-term memory (STM)?

  • By proving that short-term memory is only related to the passage of time
  • By showing that short-term memory lasts only a few seconds
  • By demonstrating that short-term memory is limited to 5 items
  • By keeping things active in STM indefinitely via rehearsal (correct)

    • What regions/networks are involved with cognitive control in the context of short-term/working memory?

  • Visual cortex
  • Cognitive control regions (correct)
  • Semantic representations regions
  • Regions specialized for temporary retention

    • How has short-term memory (STM) conventionally been measured?

    <p>Using a digit span test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the average digit span represent according to Miller's landmark publication?

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