MQ Memory Training
Digit Span
What Is Digit Span?
Digit span is a measure of how many numbers you can accurately hold and recall in order using your short-term memory. In a typical test, you're presented with a sequence—such as “7, 2, 9, 4”—and asked to repeat it immediately. The longest list you can correctly reproduce determines your digit-span capacity.
Why Digit Span Is Important
Digit span is a widely used indicator in cognitive science. It reflects core processes in working memory and attention. A higher digit span often correlates with better mental arithmetic, multitasking, and the ability to follow complex instructions. It also provides insight into your brain’s ability to store and manipulate information briefly.
Digit Span and Aging
Your digit-span capacity tends to peak in early adulthood and may decline with age, as processing speed and retention efficiency decrease. Still, regular mental training and strategies like chunking can help maintain or even improve your span over time.
How the MQ Memory Training App Can Help
The MQ Memory Training App helps grow your digit-span capacity by challenging you with progressively longer number sequences. Each correct response increases difficulty; each error adapts the challenge to your level. Over time, this targeted training improves your recall strength and enhances the performance of both short-term and working memory systems.
Ready to Increase Your Span?
Test and grow your digit span in the MQ Memory Training App.
Frequently Asked Questions About Digit Span
- What is a good digit span score? — Most adults can recall about 7 digits forward. Scores higher than 9 are considered excellent and reflect stronger short-term memory.
- How can I improve my digit span? — Practice, mental focus, and strategies like chunking can help. Using tools like the MQ Memory Training App provides structured, adaptive training.