A newer understanding of short-term memory that adds conscious,active processing of incoming auditory and visual information,and of information retrieved from long-term memory is referred to as

A) working memory.
B) explicit memory.
C) sensory memory.
D) implicit memory.

Working Memory

A cognitive construct with a maximum capacity designed for the quick storage of information pending processing.

Short-Term Memory

A cognitive function responsible for temporarily storing and managing information required for complex cognitive tasks such as learning, reasoning, and comprehension.

Explicit Memory

The type of long-term memory involving conscious recall of factual data, previous experiences, and concepts.