Which of the following statements is true of schema theory?
A)It has little or nothing to say about the role of the physical brain in memory.
B)It explains how chunking reduces the efficiency of short-term memory.
C)It states that short-term memory has more capacity than sensory memory.
D)It holds that long-term memory is very exact.

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Schema theory primarily focuses on the organization and structure of knowledge in memory, and does not directly address the neurological basis of memory.

Answer: C 
 Schema theory suggests that short-term memory has a greater capacity than sensory memory, as it allows for the manipulation and processing of information.

Answer: D 
 This statement is false. Long-term memory is known to be subject to errors, distortions, and forgetting over time. It is not considered to be a perfectly accurate recording of past experiences.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Schema Theory