Which of the following best describes the information held in sensory memory?
A) traces of auditory information that linger for a few seconds in consciousness
B) vivid details recalled from events that transpired years ago
C) bits of raw sensory data akin to the after-images one experiences after staring at a bright light
D) factual information derived directly from the senses

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Sensory memory holds raw sensory data such as after-images, echoes, and sensations that linger briefly after the stimulus has ended. This information is not processed or interpreted and can only be held for a very short period of time, typically no more than a few seconds.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Information Held in Sensory