Which of the following stimulus characteristics most challenges the processing capacity of short-term memory?
A) frequency
B) color
C) complexity
D) source

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Complexity of stimuli refers to the amount of information they contain and the degree to which they are structured. This places a greater demand on the processing capacity of short-term memory, making it more challenging to retain and recall the information. Frequency, color, and source of stimuli are unlikely to have as significant an impact on short-term memory capacity.

Which of the Following Stimulus Characteristics Most Challenges the Processing