Which progression represents the correct pathway for visual information??
a. ?retina, thalamus, optic chiasm, visual cortex
b. ?retina, hypothalamus, visual cortex, temporal lobe
c. ?retina, optic chiasm, thalamus, visual cortex
d. ?retina, feature detectors, optic chiasm, visual cortex
Answer: c
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A) 10 B) 100 C) 500 D) 1,000
Today, a developmental psychologist studying moral development is likely to emphasize
a. how children learn to regulate their own emotions and behavior. b. the distinct stages of moral development. c. the development of the universal human rights orientation. d. how young children lack a moral sense.
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