Which is closely linked to short-term memory, is like a place for doing mental jobs and allows children and adults to manipulate
and assemble information when making decisions, solving problems, and comprehending written and spoken language. A. Working memory
B. Episode memory
C. Working cognition
D. Source memory
Working memory is a type of <u>short-term memory</u> that is associated with numerous basic processes and abilities, such as <u>decision making and problem solving</u>. It stores temporary information that will eventually be extremely useful for <u>day-to-day activities such as learning and comprehending both spoken and written information.</u>
However, short-term memory has a limit of information that we are able to store, also known as "limited capacity."
<em>For instance, when we are having an argument with someone, we tend to come up with responses or answers but we have to wait until the other person finishes talking. While they are talking, we are paying attention to the person but we are also remembering our own argument.</em>
Allele frequency refers to how common an allele is in a population. It is determined by counting how many times the allele appears in the population then dividing by the total number of copies of the gene.