It is argued that the fact that human Ss ace incapable of generating a random series of selections from a finite number of alternatives is a function of the limitation imposed on Ss by the capacity of short-term memory. A short review of the experimental literature on randomizing-behavior suggests that this is possibly the most economical description of such behavior now available. Experiments which would help to explore further the role of short-term memory in randomizing-behavior are briefly indicated.
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