Aaron Is Working at His Job as an Editor of a Science

question 203

Multiple Choice

Aaron is working at his job as an editor of a science magazine when a reporter places an article on his desk entitled "Gene for Optimism Found." To avoid confusing the readers about what the scientists most likely found, what could Aaron change the title to?

• A) "Pessimists are Missing a Crucial Gene"
• B) "Scientists Find Gene's Purpose is to Increase Optimism"
• C) "Scientists Find the Single Gene for Optimism"
• D) "Gene Found to be a Factor in Optimism"

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Definitions:

Neuron

A nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting information throughout the body.

Central Nervous System

The section of the nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord, tasked with assimilating sensory data and reacting appropriately.

Glial Cells

Glial cells, or neuroglia, are non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous systems that do not conduct nerve impulses but are responsible for providing support and protection for neurons.

Purkinje

Refers to neurons found in the cerebellum that are crucial for motor control.