The fact that a neuron fires an impulse of the same strength whenever its action potential is triggered is called
a. resting potential. c. the refractory period.
b. polarization. d. the all-or-none principle.
D
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b. They think about the material to improve depth of processing. c. They get bored and therefore get easily distracted. d. Because of much study in the past, their vision is starting to deteriorate.
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A. 18-30 B. 20-40 C. 25-30 D. 30-40
A brain affected by Alzheimer disease has ______ outside the brain cells and tangles of protein filaments
Fill in the blank with correct word
Which of the following is the primary developmental issue in adolescents 12 to 14 years of age?
a. curiosity about how the body works b. increased interest in sexual topics and curiosity about relationships with others, families, reproduction, and various sexual activity patterns c. shorter attention spans d. concern or confusion about the physical changes of puberty