The term that refers to the mental processes involved in acquiring knowledge is

a. cognition.
b. pedagogy.
c. empiricism.
d. introspection.


A

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Which of the following adjectives describes play?

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. increasing GABA levels. b. decreased glutamate levels. c. increasing GHB levels. d. increasing dopamine levels.

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