Feature detection cells in the visual cortex respond primarily to features such as:

A) color and brightness.
B) size and distance.
C) angles and edges.
D) eyes, noses and mouths.


Answer: C
Rationale: One set of cells in the visual cortex are referred to as a feature detection cells, which respond selectively to simple and specific aspects of a stimulus, such as angles and edges.

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