Question

in order for a memory to go into storage (i.e., long-term memory), it has to pass through three distinct stages: sensory memory, short-term memory, and ________ memory.

sensory
explicit
long-term
encoded

Explanation:

Identify the memory model

Using the Atkinson-Shiffrin Model and Memory Stages knowledge points

The question describes a model where information must pass through three distinct stages to be stored. This is the classic Atkinson-Shiffrin model of memory.

Determine the missing stage

Using the Memory Stages knowledge point

The three stages in this model are:

1. Sensory memory
2. Short-term memory
3. Long-term memory

The prompt lists "sensory memory, short-term memory, and ________ memory." Therefore, the missing word is "long-term".

Answer:

• sensory
• explicit
• long-term (Correct answer)
• encoded