A Monkey with Electrodes Implanted in Its Brain Is Able

question 22

Multiple Choice

A monkey with electrodes implanted in its brain is able to move a computer cursor simply by thinking about the move. This brain-computer interface best illustrates the potential value of

• A) neural plasticity.
• B) neurogenesis.
• C) cognitive neural prosthetics.
• D) magnetic resonance imaging.

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Definitions:

Hemisphere

Half of a spherical or roughly spherical body; in context often referring to one of the two halves of the brain, each specializing in different functions.

Evaluative Conditioning

A process by which the perception of a stimulus is changed by learning to associate it with positive or negative contexts.

Stimulus

Any event or situation that evokes a response from an organism or system.

Negative Stimuli

Objects or events that cause a negative reaction, often leading to avoidance behavior or discomfort.