In which memory system will information be quickly "dumped" and never reach long-term memory unless the process of rehearsal takes place?
A) sensory memory
B) short-term memory
C) semantic memory
D) procedural memory

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Information stored in short-term memory has a limited capacity and duration, and will quickly be forgotten unless it is rehearsed or transferred to long-term memory. Sensory memory refers to the brief retention of sensory information, while semantic and procedural memory are long-term memory systems.

In Which Memory System Will Information Be Quickly "Dumped" and Never