One measure commonly used in _____ testing is the digit span task. Here, participants must repeat sequences of digits either forward or backward. This task measures the effectiveness of _____ memory and research suggests that the sequences probably do not need to be longer than about _____ digits.

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The digit span task is commonly used in intelligence testing to measure working memory. Research suggests that the sequences do not need to be longer than about 9 digits. Therefore, option B is the correct choice. Option A and C mention projective personality testing, which is not related to the digit span task. Option D mentions long-term memory, which is not measured by the digit span task.

One Measure Commonly Used in _____ Testing Is the Digit