Working Memory and Mathematics Performance

Raul Rifaie, Ronney and Mohamad Azhari, Abu Bakar (2024) Working Memory and Mathematics Performance. ASIAN PENDIDIKAN, 4 (2). pp. 16-22. ISSN 2805-4350

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Abstract

This study investigated the relationship between working memory and mathematics performance. It is a correlational study utilising experimental tasks to investigate the relationship, using backwards digit span task to test working memory and a simple maths quiz for maths performance. Thirty (30) participants from psychology undergraduates were involved. The result showed a positive relationship between working memory and maths performance based on total correct recall, whilst a negative relationship was found between working memory and maths performance based on total time taken. This indicates the existence of a significant relationship between verbal working memory and maths. Working memory is related to the mathematical aspects of manipulation of numerical value and the procedures involved in solving maths problems, thus more correct answers and lesser time taken with the increase of working memory level. Further study is recommended to explore the role of attention in working memory in retrieval speed of information as it is implied from the non-normal distribution of the data.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Verbal working memory, maths, attention, retrieval, time taken, correct recall.
Subjects: B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Divisions: Academic Faculties, Institutes and Centres > Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Faculties, Institutes, Centres > Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Academic Faculties, Institutes and Centres > Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Depositing User: Gani
Date Deposited: 10 Dec 2024 01:48
Last Modified: 10 Dec 2024 01:48
URI: http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/46859

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