What are the processes by which we recognize words when reading and how can various
forms of dyslexia disrupt them?
What will be an ideal response?
The answer should distinguish between phonetic reading and whole-word reading. It
should also distinguish between developmental and acquired dyslexia. Further, it should identify
the three types of dyslexia mentioned and briefly describe their symptoms. A strong answer will
provide examples of related brain-imaging research.
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b. implicit memory. c. vigilance. d. an internal memory aid.
During a trivia game, Blair is asked a question. The answer is on the tip of his tongue, but he can't come up with it. Which memory process failed him??
a. ?encoding b. ?storage c. ?retrieval d. ?rehearsal
Dermatomes are not entirely distinct because adjacent dermatomes ______.
A. actually function together as if one unit B. overlap completely C. share stimulation via different spinal nerves D. have their activity synchronized in the thalamus
The image of a cat from 20 feet away occupies about the same amount of space on your retina as an inch-long piece of candy in your hand. Yet you still perceive the cat as larger than the piece of candy because of ______________
a. shape constancy c. size constancy b. retinal disparity d. brightness constancy