The nucleus of the neuron is located in the ________, which has branching extensions known as dendrites.
a. axon
b. soma
c. myelin sheath
d. semipermeable membrane
b. soma
The nucleus of the neuron is located in the soma, which has branching extensions known as dendrites.
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Deprivation dwarfism and failure to thrive are similar because both conditions
a. result from intentional physical abuse. b. arise from metabolic disorders of food digestion. c. relate to emotional deprivation and sparse affection. d. improve the child through the experience of "toughening.".
Juanita is studying in her dorm room when her roommate says, "Why did you sign up for a psychology class? Everyone knows that psychology is the same as plain, old common sense."
How should Juanita explain the differences between psychology and common sense? What will be an ideal response?
The phase following firing during which a neuron's action potential cannot be triggered is called the
a. relative refractory period. c. resting potential. b. refractory period. d. all-or-none period.
Studies of latent learning emphasize the importance of ______________ on learning
A) reinforcement B) associations C) cognitive processes D) punishment