The idea that an object could be represented by the firing of a specialized neuron that responds only to that object is called _____________.

A. specificity coding
B. population coding
C. sparse coding
D. hierarchical coding


Answer: A

Psychology

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a. invoking the norm of reciprocal altruism. b. operating under an altruistic motive. c. operating under an egoistic motive. d. following the negative state relief model.

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In order to achieve integrity during late adulthood, Erikson argues that one must:

A. find intimacy in caring relationships B. raise children C. feel content about past accomplishments D. continue to be industrious and refuse to retire from work

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a. global connections b. situation models c. causal inference d. speech continuity

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Which type of behaviors are helped the most by avoiding antecedents?

a. Behaviors that have the least number of antecedents b. Behaviors that are self-rewarding c. Behaviors that involve other people d. Behaviors that have the most severe consequences

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