Research Cited in the Text Found an Association Between Number

question 77

Multiple Choice

Research cited in the text found an association between number of Facebook friends and the density of the gray matter in a brain area important to social interaction.This association is MOST likely a(n) _____ correlation.

• A) inverse
• B) negative
• C) perfect
• D) positive

Understand the physiological basis of memory and learning.

Describe the effects of aging on the nervous system and memory.

Comprehend the role of the limbic system in processing and integrating sensory information, especially related to emotions and memory.

Understand the importance of neural plasticity in memory formation and learning.

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Definitions:

Other Things Equal

A principle in economic models known as ceteris paribus, which means holding all other variables constant to isolate the effect of one variable.

Variables

Elements, factors, or quantities that can change or have different values in a given situation or analysis.

Economic Decisions

The choices made by individuals, households, or organizations regarding the allocation of resources and the distribution of goods and services.

Purposeful

Refers to actions undertaken with a specific goal or intention in mind.