In the dual n-back task, you see positions on a 3×3 grid and hear spoken letters simultaneously. Your goal is to identify when the current stimulus matches the one from N steps back. Research by Jaeggi et al. has shown this exercise can improve working memory and fluid intelligence.
Based on peer-reviewed research demonstrating improvements in working memory and fluid intelligence with regular dual n-back practice.
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A square highlights on the grid while a letter is spoken aloud. Both happen at the same time.
Decide if the current position or letter matches what happened N steps ago.
Tap “Position” for a visual match, “Audio” for a sound match, or both. Do nothing if there’s no match.