Which of the following systems maintains information in memory by repeating words and sounds?
a. Episodic buffer
b. Central executive
c. Phonological loop
d. Visuospatial sketchpad
Answer: C
Rationale: It engages some portions of the brain that specialize in speech and hearing, and it can be very active without affecting memory for visual and spatial information.
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