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Chapter 8: Problem 2

The storage capacity of long-term memory is _____. a. one or two bits of information b. seven bits, plus or minus two c. limited d. essentially limitless

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The storage capacity of long-term memory is essentially limitless.

Step by step solution

01

Understand Concepts

Long-term memory refers to the unlimited stage of memory that can hold memories for minutes, days, weeks, or even years.
02

Eliminate Wrong Options

Option a and b are talking about limited information which contradicts with the concept of long-term memory as it has unlimited capacity. Hence, option a and b are incorrect.
03

Choose the final answer

Between c and d, d (essentially limitless) more accurately describes the capacity of long-term memory because while it is not technically 'limitless', it is so vast that it could appear to be.

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