14 Questions
Which categorization considers natural properties of things?
Natural categorization
What is the defining feature of Feature-Based Categories?
For a thing to be X, it must have that feature; otherwise it is not an X
What is the process of categorizing according to the text?
A judgment that is objectively right or wrong
What does Prototype theory emphasize about categories?
Categories are based on prototypical examples
What type of categorization is considered fairly stable and requires a permanent change in behavior to cause an item to be included or excluded from a category?
Functional categorization
Which categorization is considered arbitrary and highly subjective?
Nominal categorization
What is the defining feature of Feature-Based Categories?
For a thing to be X, it must have that feature; otherwise it is not an X
What does Prototype theory emphasize about categories?
Categories are based on typical characteristics of members
What type of categorization is considered fairly stable and requires a permanent change in behavior to cause an item to be included or excluded from a category?
Functional categorization
Which type of categorization is considered fairly stable and requires a permanent change in behavior to cause an item to be included or excluded from a category?
Natural categorization
What type of categorization is considered arbitrary and highly subjective, as per the text?
Nominal categorization
What is the defining feature of Feature-Based Categories?
For a thing to be X, it must have that feature; otherwise it is not an X
What does Prototype theory emphasize about categories, based on the text?
Categories are based on typical characteristics
As per the text, what is the process of categorizing considered to be?
A judgment that is based on individual perception
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