Which of the following statements is true of sensory memory?
A) Information is transferred from working memory to sensory memory if it is important.
B) It has an unlimited capacity.
C) It shows little change from infancy on.
D) It is responsible for the development of executive function.

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Sensory memory is a very brief (lasting up to a few seconds) recall of a sensory experience, such as what we just saw or heard. It is considered to show little change from infancy throughout the lifespan, as it is a basic and fundamental component of the human memory system, not significantly affected by cognitive development or aging in the way that other types of memory, such as working memory or long-term memory, are.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Sensory Memory