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What is the difference between short-term and long-term memory?
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Short-term memory, also known as working memory, refers to the capacity to hold a small amount of information in an active, readily available state for a brief period, typically around 20 to 30 seconds. It is used for tasks such as remembering a phone number Show more…
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