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Atkinson and Shiffrin’s multistore model (MSM) of memory. practice questions

Practise mixed syllabus-aligned questions for Atkinson and Shiffrin’s multistore model (MSM) of memory.. Aligned to Cambridge IGCSE Psychology.

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Question 1 of 12

Choose an answer, get feedback, then move sideways through the set.

Paper 1 structured question: Atkinson and Shiffrin’s multistore model (MSM) of memory.

Paper 1Approaches, Issues and Debates1 marks

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Multistore Model of Memory

The model consists of three main components: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Information flows through these stages in a linear fashion, with each stage having distinct characteristics.

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    Define the term 'short-term memory'.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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