Frequency theory proposes that __________.
A. pitch is determined by the location on the basilar membrane where the message originated
B. pitch is determined by the quality of the sound wave
C. the frequency of the vibrations of the basilar membrane is translated into an equivalent frequency of nerve impulses
D. nerve cells fire in sequence, not individually
Answer: C
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The hippocampus plays a vital role in __________
A) balance and control of body movement B) memory and spatial understanding C) sustained, controlled attention D) processing emotional information
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symbolic function substage || reversibility || classification || animism || || ||
When examining stability and change in personality, research has shown that
A) individuals in midlife often experience an increase in negative traits. B) adults tend to change in overall organization and integration of personality. C) personality traits are highly unstable in middle adulthood. D) middle adulthood is a period of great turmoil in personality.