Question
What is the duration of short-term memory? a. 5- to 7 minutes b. 15 to 25 seconds c. 1 second d. Approximately 30 minutes
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Answer
The answer is **b. 15 to 25 seconds**.Short-term memory, also known as working memory, holds information temporarily for a brief period, typically about 15 to 25 seconds, without rehearsal. If the information is not actively processed or rehearsed, it fades quickly.