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Lee, Kerry; Ng, Ee Lynn; Ng, Swee Fong – Journal of Educational Psychology, 2009
Solving algebraic word problems involves multiple cognitive phases. The authors used a multitask approach to examine the extent to which working memory and executive functioning are associated with generating problem models and producing solutions. They tested 255 11-year-olds on working memory (Counting Recall, Letter Memory, and Keep Track),…
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Short Term Memory, Word Problems (Mathematics), Algebra