Information processing during middle childhood is characterized by ______.
A) having difficulty paying attention to new information
B) determining what information is important
C) reducing need to use strategies to retain information
D) retaining information less effectively than when younger

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During middle childhood, children become better at determining what information is important, which helps with the organization and retention of information. They also develop new strategies for processing information, which can enhance their ability to learn and remember. Although they may still struggle with paying attention to new information, they are generally better able to filter out distractions and focus on relevant information. Additionally, research indicates that memory capacity improves in middle childhood, thus they are able to retain information more effectively than when they were younger.

Information Processing During Middle Childhood Is Characterized by ______