Question

1. Remember the key terms about storage of memories.

Write the definition for each key term. (Complete this activity below.)

sensory storage:

short-term storage:

working memory:

chunking:

long-term storage:

elaborative rehearsal:

Answer 1

• Sensory Storage:

The sensory memory is a very brief (lasting about a second) memory that allows individual to only hold impressions of sensory data after the actual event has stopped.

• Short-Term Storage:

Short-term memory or short-term storage is the capacity of the brain for retaining a small amount of information for a short period of time (20-30 seconds).

• Working Memory:

Working memory is a memory system that stores information temporarily and manages the information that is needed to perform complex mental tasks such as learning, reasoning, and understanding.

• Chunking:

Chunking is a memory technique that is used by the brain in which the individual divides large piece of information into smaller units called the chunks so that it becomes easier for the short-term memory to retain the information.

• Long-Term Storge:

Long-Term Memory (LTM) is a permanent data storage system that enables an individual to retain and recall information over a long period of time.

• Elaborative Rehearsal:

Elaborative rehearsal is a memory technique in which an individual involves in understanding the deep meaning of the term that needs to be remembered rather than engaging in rote learning.