Models designed to explain mental functioning are constantly refined and modified to explain new results. Which of the following exemplifies this concept based on the results presented in your text?
A) Replacing the short-term memory component of the modal model with working memory
B) Replacing the sensory memory component of the modal model with the episodic buffer
C) Replacing the short-term memory component of the modal model with iconic memory
D) Replacing the sensory memory component of the modal model with working memory

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The modal model of memory originally included a short-term memory component, but this was later replaced by working memory to better account for the dynamic and active nature of the processes involved in retaining and manipulating information in the short term. This change reflects the constant refinement and modification of models to better explain results. Option B is incorrect because the episodic buffer was actually added as a separate component to the modal model, rather than replacing sensory memory. Option C is incorrect because iconic memory refers specifically to sensory memory for visual stimuli, and is not equivalent to short-term or working memory. Option D is incorrect because working memory, which involves actively maintaining and manipulating information in the short-term, cannot replace the passive processes of sensory memory.

Models Designed to Explain Mental Functioning Are Constantly Refined and Modified