When a Person Thinks of a Concept Such as "Bird

question 12

Multiple Choice

When a person thinks of a concept such as "bird," the person usually ________.

• A) constructs a mental list of key attributes of a bird
• B) has to identify the particular type of bird before a concept of a bird can be generated
• C) thinks of a prototype of a bird
• D) eliminates all of the attributes of being a nonbird

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Definitions:

Affirmative Proposition

A statement that asserts the truth of something, typically expressed without negation.

Fallacy

A false notion, especially when it's grounded in irrational argument.

Primary Circular Reactions

A developmental phase in infants from about one to four months, characterized by repeated actions that serve to build the infant's own body schema through reflexive interactions.

Acquired Adaptations

Characteristics or changes gained after birth due to environmental influences, improving an organism's ability to survive.