Introduction to Biopsychology: Neural Activity and Cognitive Phenomena
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What is the key difference between the brain development of humans and other mammals?

  • Humans have less neuron migration and differentiation
  • Humans have a shorter period of myelination
  • Humans have a smaller cerebral cortex and frontal lobes
  • Humans have more brain development outside the womb (correct)

What is the purpose of myelination in brain development?

  • To increase the number of synapses and neural connections
  • To promote the differentiation of neurons into their final form
  • To increase the size and complexity of the dendritic tree
  • To speed up and increase information processing (correct)

What is the peak time for the number of synapses in the prefrontal cortex?

  • 6-18 weeks
  • Early adulthood
  • 24 months (correct)
  • 1 year

Which type of memory is associated with the amygdala?

<p>Implicit memory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'dimensional card sorting task' demonstrate about 3-year-olds' ability to follow new rules?

<p>3-year-olds can tell you the new rule, but fail to sort by it. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to refer to the branch of neuroscience concerned with the biology of behavior?

<p>Biopsychology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following techniques is used to study brain function in biopsychology?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the combination of biological techniques and psychological techniques in the study of behavior?

<p>Biopsychology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the information processing approach, what metaphor is used to describe a child's cognitive processing capacity?

<p>Space/Energy/Time metaphor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following concepts suggests that the mind is composed of specialized sub-units or tools used for specific cognitive functions?

<p>Cognitive modules (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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