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What percentage of neurons recorded by Kohler et al. (2002) discharged both during hand actions and when hearing action-related sounds?
What percentage of neurons recorded by Kohler et al. (2002) discharged both during hand actions and when hearing action-related sounds?
Which research indicated that some mirror neurons respond to the sound of specific actions rather than just visual stimuli?
Which research indicated that some mirror neurons respond to the sound of specific actions rather than just visual stimuli?
How many neurons out of 220 recorded by Umilta et al. (2002) were classified as mirror neurons?
How many neurons out of 220 recorded by Umilta et al. (2002) were classified as mirror neurons?
Which of the following findings is NOT associated with the work of Rizzolatti & Craighero (2004) regarding mirror neurons?
Which of the following findings is NOT associated with the work of Rizzolatti & Craighero (2004) regarding mirror neurons?
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What did the hidden condition in Umilta et al. (2002) demonstrate about mirror neurons?
What did the hidden condition in Umilta et al. (2002) demonstrate about mirror neurons?
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What is the primary function of mirror neurons as suggested in research?
What is the primary function of mirror neurons as suggested in research?
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Which brain region was first identified for mirror neurons in macaques?
Which brain region was first identified for mirror neurons in macaques?
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How many empirical papers have reported mirror neurons or MN-like neurons in macaques?
How many empirical papers have reported mirror neurons or MN-like neurons in macaques?
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What percentage of neurons recorded in area F5 showed mirror properties?
What percentage of neurons recorded in area F5 showed mirror properties?
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What type of mirror neurons did Rizzolatti et al. describe as responding to similar observed actions?
What type of mirror neurons did Rizzolatti et al. describe as responding to similar observed actions?
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Which statement best describes the non-congruent class of mirror neurons?
Which statement best describes the non-congruent class of mirror neurons?
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What is a possible consequence of lesions in the mirror neuron system?
What is a possible consequence of lesions in the mirror neuron system?
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Which type of neuron responds to an exact match between performed and observed actions?
Which type of neuron responds to an exact match between performed and observed actions?
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Which area was found to have clear clusters in fMRI studies related to mirror neurons?
Which area was found to have clear clusters in fMRI studies related to mirror neurons?
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What percentage of studies included both action execution and action observation conditions?
What percentage of studies included both action execution and action observation conditions?
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What is suggested about mirror neuron activity in relation to understanding intentions?
What is suggested about mirror neuron activity in relation to understanding intentions?
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What evidence supports the presence of mirror neurons in humans?
What evidence supports the presence of mirror neurons in humans?
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In the study by Iacoboni et al., which condition showed greater activity in the IFG?
In the study by Iacoboni et al., which condition showed greater activity in the IFG?
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What was concluded about the role of MNs in action understanding?
What was concluded about the role of MNs in action understanding?
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Which statement best reflects the findings from monkey studies about mirror neurons?
Which statement best reflects the findings from monkey studies about mirror neurons?
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What does research suggest about the location of the human mirror neuron system (MNS)?
What does research suggest about the location of the human mirror neuron system (MNS)?
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What do mirror neurons (MNs) in monkeys specifically respond to?
What do mirror neurons (MNs) in monkeys specifically respond to?
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Which of the following statements about MNs is true?
Which of the following statements about MNs is true?
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What is the significance of mu rhythm suppression in EEG studies regarding human MNS?
What is the significance of mu rhythm suppression in EEG studies regarding human MNS?
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How do MNs in humans differ from those in monkeys?
How do MNs in humans differ from those in monkeys?
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What outcome was observed regarding MEPs during observation of object grasping?
What outcome was observed regarding MEPs during observation of object grasping?
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Which area of the brain is primarily associated with mirror neuron activity in monkeys?
Which area of the brain is primarily associated with mirror neuron activity in monkeys?
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What is a significant factor that influences the firing of MNs?
What is a significant factor that influences the firing of MNs?
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Why is it difficult to provide direct evidence of MNs in humans?
Why is it difficult to provide direct evidence of MNs in humans?
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Study Notes
Lecture 1 - Mirror Neurons Pt1
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Assessment:
- In-class test (40%) on November 12th at 9 am, consisting of two 250-word essays
- In-class MCQ exam (60%) in week 14 or 15
Mirror Neurons
- Discovery: First found in monkeys
- Mechanism: Two monkeys, one picking up a banana, the other watching. Same neurons fire in both.
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Explore the fascinating world of mirror neurons in this comprehensive quiz based on Lecture 1. Learn about their discovery in monkeys and the mechanisms behind their function. Prepare for assessments that will test your understanding with essay prompts and MCQ exams.
