Which memory system is the one that is a working, active system that processes the information within it?
A) long-term memory
B) short-term memory
C) secondary memory
D) cognitive dissonance

Question

Which memory system is the one that is a working, active system that processes the information within it?
A) long-term memory
B) short-term memory 
C) secondary memory 
D) cognitive dissonance

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Short-term memory is the working memory system that actively processes information. It is responsible for holding and manipulating information for a short period of time, typically around 20-30 seconds, before either being forgotten or transferred to long-term memory.

Which Memory System Is the One That Is a Working