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The Role of Working Memory in Problem-solving and Decision-making

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  • Umm e Hani Zafar

    (City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan)

  • Fazeela Arshad

    (City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan)

  • Abeera Karamat

    (Bahauddin Zakariya University Multan, Pakistan)

  • Umar Hayat

    (Ph.D Scholar Department of Business and Administration, NCBA&E Sub Campus, Multan, Pakistan Author-Name: Zainab Kausar Khan
    Lecturer City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan)

  • Tehmina Ashraf

    (City College of Science and Commerce, University Campus, Multan, Pakistan)

Abstract

The role of working memory in problem-solving and decision-making is crucial, especially among students, as these cognitive processes are essential for learning and academic success. This study was aimed at investigating the role working memory in decision making and problem solving abilities among students. Correlational research design was used to conduct this quantitative research. Survey was administered with closed ended questionnaires as method of data collection. Convenient sampling technique was employed to select the sample of study 100 (male=50, female=50) students. Findings of the study reveal that working memory positively correlated with problem solving ability and decision making. Male reported greater level of working memory, problem-solving and decision-making abilities as compared to female. By improving and optimizing working memory, individuals can enhance their ability to solve complex problems and make better decisions, especially when under pressure. Students must improve their level of working memory to solve complex educational problems.

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  • Umm e Hani Zafar & Fazeela Arshad & Abeera Karamat & Umar Hayat & Tehmina Ashraf, 2025. "The Role of Working Memory in Problem-solving and Decision-making," Bulletin of Business and Economics (BBE), Research Foundation for Humanity (RFH), vol. 14(2), pages 11-16.
    • Handle: RePEc:rfh:bbejor:v:14:y:2025:i:2:p:11-16
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