digit span

the number of random digits from a series that a person can recall following a single auditory presentation. A span of 5 to 9 digits (see seven plus or minus two) is considered typical for an adult.

Digit Span

an attentional subtest in the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale that assesses the ability of an individual to repeat a series of digits of increasing length. Digit Span Forward assesses the number of digits an individual is able to repeat immediately following their presentation, in the exact order they were presented. Digit Span Backward assesses the number of digits an individual is able to repeat immediately following their presentation, but in reverse order. The former is regarded as a measure of immediate memory; the latter provides a measure of working memory.

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April 30th 2024

reproducibility

n. the extent to which a study produces the same findings when it is conducted by a different independent researcher. A given research finding is thought to be stronger when it can be both repeated and reproduced. See repeatability; replication.