Which statement is NOT typically cited as a criticism of the Working Memory Model?

• A. The Central Executive is vaguely defined.
• B. There is extensive direct neural evidence for all subsystems.
• C. Some tasks show integrated processes across components.
• D. Potential overlap between subsystems.

Answer: (B)

The question tests understanding of common criticisms of the Working Memory Model and what would not be considered a shortcoming. People typically point to how the central executive is vaguely defined, making it hard to specify its exact processes and limits. They also highlight that many tasks draw on multiple components at once, which suggests more integrated processing than a neatly modular view would allow, and there can be overlap between subsystems, challenging clear boundaries. The statement that there is extensive direct neural evidence for all subsystems would actually be a strength, not a criticism, of the model. In reality, neural evidence across all components is not uniformly strong or definitive, so this is not typically cited as a criticism.