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AP Psychology

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Working memory is a cognitive system with limited capacity that can hold information temporarily while processing or manipulating it simultaneously.

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Which part of the brain is mostly associated with working memory?
Which process allows us to keep information in short-term or working memory longer than usual?
Why does Cognitive Load Theory posit that working memory has limited capacity?
What is the duration of a typical working memory?
How might an intervention targeting the prefrontal cortex help improve working memory in individuals with ADHD?
Who is best known for developing a widely accepted model connecting memory processes with general cognitive functioning, highlighting the role of working memory in human intelligence?

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