In the information-processing system, the central executive
A) is the conscious, reflective part of the mental system.
B) collaborates with long-term memory to direct problem solving and reasoning.
C) is where sights and sounds are represented directly and stored briefly.
D) is a special part of the long-term memory that manages complex activities.

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The central executive is considered the conscious, reflective part of the mental system. It is responsible for attending to and coordinating incoming information, directing attention, and managing cognitive processes such as problem-solving and reasoning.

Answer: B 
 The central executive collaborates with long-term memory to direct problem-solving and reasoning. It directs attention and resources to relevant information in long-term memory, and uses stored knowledge to guide thinking and decision making.

Answer: C and D are incorrect 
 Sights and sounds are represented directly and stored briefly in the sensory memory, while complex activities are managed by the working memory. The central executive is not a type of memory, but rather a process or component involved in directing attention and cognitive processes.

In the Information-Processing System, the Central Executive