Characteristics Of Memory Stores

Question 1

Short term sensory store

Answer 1

Large capacity
Information is stored for 0.25-1 second
Where selective attention occurs

Question 2

Short term memory

Answer 2

Info is used to make a decision
Information stored for 30 seconds
5-9 units stored

Question 3

Long term memory

Answer 3

Important or rehearsed info is stored
Limitless storage
Stored for long periods of time