Today I took some memory tests to challenge myself and see how well I do on these. Here are the exciting and quite interesting results I got.
I. Picture Short Term Memory Test
For this test, 20 familiar objects were shown for 30 seconds. After this time they disappear and we have to write down the ones we remember. I got 9/20 which is not very good, but it is not terrible. I think I need more time to understand/memorize things. Results could vary depending on what type of learner you are. I think visual learners could do very well on this test. Also, one test couldn't measure our mental capabilities.
II. Number Memory Test
This test showed numbers starting from 3 digits and every time increasing one digit. We have 10 seconds to memorize the number. If we get it right, the next number has one more digit. If we lose, the difficulty decreases by lowering a digit. I was able to memorize numbers up to seven digits. I could have improved if I tried more times. Pretty interesting!
III. Words Short Term Memory Test
This test showed 12 words on the screen. We have to memorize them within a few minutes. Later we have to recall all the words. I was able to remember 8/12 words. And the result said my short term memory is working on an average capacity. This test was somewhat accurate. Using some strategies could have helped in memorizing things quickly.
Anyways it was fun taking these tests!!
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