Which one of the following examples best illustrates involvement of a central executive in information processing?
A) Adam absentmindedly cracks his knuckles every minute or two.
B) Brigette thinks about how she can best prepare for a history test.
C) Claudia has trouble keeping her mind on her classwork.
D) David is frightened the first time he hears the loud noises at a fireworks display.

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Brigette's active planning and strategizing on how to prepare for a history test involves the central executive component of working memory. This process requires the manipulation and organization of information, which are key functions of the central executive.

Which One of the Following Examples Best Illustrates Involvement of a Central