The words "moat" and "coat" are most likely to become confused in short-term memory because ________.

A) they do not share meaning
B) they both have one syllable
C) they sound alike
D) they look alike

Short-term Memory

A capacity for holding a small amount of information in an active, readily available state for a short period of time.

Sound Alike

Words or phrases that are pronounced in a similar way but may have different meanings or spellings, often leading to confusion.