Random number generation and working memory.

Towse, John N. and Cheshire, Andrea (2007) Random number generation and working memory. European Journal of Cognitive Psychology, 19 (3). pp. 374-394. ISSN 1464-0635

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Abstract

We demonstrate the close relationship that exists between random sequence generation and working memory functioning. We clarify the nature of this link by examining the impact of concurrent requirements for random sequence response quality. Experiments 1A and 1B show that marking specific response choices for differential treatment, either by requiring an ancillary behaviour or by suppressing these choices from output, impairs overall sequence quality. Contrasting with previous findings, these distinct concurrent tasks have comparable effects. We show that disruption is found only when concurrent demand is high. Experiment 2 demonstrates that increasing the dynamic working memory load by requiring the ancillary response to change during the task leads to additional disruption of randomisation. The results extend and refine our understanding of the contribution of active maintenance of representations in random generation.

Item Type:
Journal Article
Journal or Publication Title:
European Journal of Cognitive Psychology
Additional Information:
The final, definitive version of this article has been published in the Journal, European Journal of Cognitive Psychology, 19 (3), 2007, © Informa Plc
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Subjects:
?? EXPERIMENTAL AND COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGYBF PSYCHOLOGY ??
ID Code:
11105
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Deposited On:
01 Aug 2008 08:10
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Yes
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Published
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