How does short-term memory differ from the articulatory loop?
A) Short-term memory is a small-capacity system;the phonological loop is a large-capacity system.
B) Short-term memory is relatively disorganized;the phonological loop is highly organized.
C) Information does not have to spend time in the articulatory loop to get into long-term memory.
D) Short-term memory is largely imagery-analog based;the phonological loop is entirely acoustic.

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Short-term memory refers to the temporary storage of information, while the articulatory loop is a component of working memory specifically responsible for the temporary storage of verbal information through subvocal rehearsal. Information does not have to spend time in the articulatory loop to get into long-term memory, but it does need to pass through short-term memory.

Answer: D 
 Short-term memory is a general term for temporary storage of information, whereas the articulatory loop is a component of working memory responsible for temporarily storing verbal information through subvocal rehearsal. The phonological loop specifically refers to the acoustic (sound-based) information that is stored in the articulatory loop. Therefore, the phonological loop is entirely acoustic and does not involve imagery-based storage.

How Does Short-Term Memory Differ from the Articulatory Loop