Duane suffers from social phobia. What area of his brain is especially active, according to research described in the module?

A. thalamus
B. prefrontal cortex
C. visual cortex
D. amygdala


Answer: D

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A. Single visual neurons are not capable of responding simultaneously to changes in two dimensions, such as orientation and movement. B. A visual hierarchy would require a very large number of "grandmother" cells. C. Single visual neurons can easily incorporate complex input from memory systems. D. Hierarchies help us predict how other species "see."

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What are some of the benefits of being happy?

What will be an ideal response?

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The cochlea is located within the __________.

A. middle ear B. inner ear C. organ of Corti D. outer ear

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