The capacity of working memory in chunks is about the same as the number of __________.
A) wheels on a tricycle
B) days in a week
C) months in a year
D) days in a month

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The capacity of working memory in chunks is about the same as the number of days in a week, which is 7. This is based on Miller's (1956) classic theory that the average number of objects an individual can hold in working memory is about 7 ± 2.

The Capacity of Working Memory in Chunks Is About the Same