CLEP Social Sciences

Answer - D - Memory is the ability of an individual to capture, retain, store, and recall information in the brain.

Key Takeaway: Memory is a complex ability shared by many organisms and it helps them retain and recall information for later use. Memory is often studied in terms of short term or long term retention and recall. A number of neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s have a significant impact on memory. Some psychological conditions such as chronic stress have also been shown to affect memory.