F. C. Donders developed his technique for studying mental processes more than 130 years ago. Which statement best describes the role his methodology plays in the research of cognitive psychologists today?
a. Donders's methods are only used in research with animals today.
b. Donders's basic premise, that mental steps require time, is believed to be incorrect.
c. Researchers still follow Donders's basic logic.
d. Researchers use Donders's methodology for stimulus categorization, but not for response selection.
Answer: c. Researchers still follow Donders's basic logic.
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