Working memory

A) has an unlimited capacity.
B) is the same thing as short-term memory.
C) is a passive memory system.
D) holds information temporarily while performing cognitive tasks.

Working memory is a specific type of memory that holds information temporarily while performing cognitive tasks, such as problem-solving or decision-making. It has a limited capacity and is different from short-term memory, which refers to information that is held for a brief period of time without manipulation. Working memory is an active memory system involving mental processes.