Cognition, or thinking, refers to
a. processing a mental expression of a problem or situation.
b. the capacity to act purposefully.
c. the ability to adapt to one's surroundings.
d. deeper comprehension of the nature of the problem.
A
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Which of the following statement regarding LTP are MOST likely true
a. it is only a lab (or experimental) phenomenon b. hippocampla LTP is permanent c. cortical LTPis responsible for long-term memory d. only mammals exhibit LTP
A psychologist is often skeptical of claims suggesting that
A) people are influenced by others' thoughts and behaviors. B) a particular behavior is the result of a single causal variable. Correct. Most behaviors are the result of multiple factors. A single-variable explanation is very rarely accurate. C) a person's culture is a strong influence on his or her everyday thoughts and behaviors. Incorrect. Recent years have seen an enormous increase in psychology's recognition that the impact of culture on behaviors must always be considered. D) a person's future behavior is often difficult to predict accurately.