You are introduced to Tim and Gina. Later when you see them, you cannot remember their names. If you try to guess their names, which of the following would most likely be your guess, considering how information is stored in short-term memory?
A)Thomas and Glenda
B)Tad and Gloria
C)Jim and Tina
D)George and Tanya

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Short-term memory tends to retain the most prominent and distinctive features of information, such as the initial sounds of names. "Jim" and "Tina" share the same initial sounds as "Tim" and "Gina," making them the most likely guesses based on how short-term memory works.

You Are Introduced to Tim and Gina