long term memory Flashcards
1
Q
what is long term memory
A
it is used to retain information for a long period of time
2
Q
is it a permanent store
A
yes
3
Q
what is the capacity of the long term memory
A
Long-term memory has an unlimited capacity.
This means that a person’s long-term memory never gets full.
4
Q
what is the duration of the long term memory
A
Long-term memory has an unlimited duration.
We can retain things in long-term memory for days or years.
