The brain can solve immensely difficult computational problems and thus allow us to function in our environments by relying on which type of processing?

Related Mcqs:

1. When visual information out an object is perceived, which model of perceptual processing emphasizes on-going feedback between the higher centers of the brain(e.g., cognition) and the early stages of processing (e.g., sensory receptors)?

   A. Recurrent processing model
   B. Serial processing model
   C. Parallel processing model
   D. Selective adaptation model

2. The capacity of the brain area to take over the function of another damaged brain area is known as brain _______________?

   A. regeneration
   B. accommodation
   C. aphasia
   D. plasticity

3. Neurotransmission, and thus brain function, can be disrupted by:

   A. Antagonists
   B. Agonists
   C. A and B
   D. Synapses

4. Which of the following is true of psychics who have worked with police departments in an effort to solve difficult crimes?

   A. They have used telepathy to read the mind of the criminal
   B. They have provided useful predictions using all their powers in 90 percent of the cases
   C. They have used precognition to forewarn the police of criminals acts
   D. They have reported visions that are no more accurate than guesses

5. The capacity of one brain area to take over the functions of another damaged brain area is known as brain:

   A. tomography
   B. hemispherectomy
   C. phrenology
   D. plasticity

6. The application of psychological theories, methods and techniques to solve practical human problems describes an area of psychology known as ____________?

   A. Social psychology
   B. Para-psychology
   C. Applied psychology
   D. Humanistic psychology

7. The result of carefully controlled observations of clever Hans and his ability to solve math problems showed:

   A. he could do math
   B. he could add. but he could not subtract
   C. he was cued by the owner looking up or down
   D. none of these could be determined by observation

8. The Russian psychologist Vygotsky suggested their children’s ability to solve problems is enhanced by:

   A. basic trust
   B. egocentrism
   C. imprinting
   D. inner speech

9. Dr. Saleem conducts basic research on the relationship between adults’ language Skills and their capacity to solve mathematical problems. Dr. Saleem is most likely a(n)_______________ psychologist.

   A. industrial / organizational
   B. social
   C. clinical
   D. cognitive

10. Which, if any, of the following are true? 1: Each region of the neocortex may contain more specialized modules. 2: Damage to a given volume of neocortical tissue tends to be more profoundly disabling than damage to the same volume of the subcortex. 3: Functional neuro-imaging methods allow us to observe which brain regions are active.

    A. 1 & 2
    B. 2 & 3
    C. 1 & 3
    D. None