What Is the Correct Spelling of the Term That Means

question 73

Multiple Choice

What is the correct spelling of the term that means a state of equilibrium in the body?

• A)Hemostasis
• B)Homeostasis
• C)Homeostases
• D)Hematostasis
• E)Homeastasis

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Definitions:

Dendrites

Branched extensions of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons and transmit them toward the cell body.

Signal Detection Theory

A means to quantify the ability to discern between information-bearing patterns and random noise that is characteristic of much stimuli.

Hit Rate

A measure of the frequency or proportion with which a correct detection or decision is made, often used in signal detection theory and other areas of decision-making research.

False Alarms

Instances in signal detection where a non-event is mistakenly perceived as an event, leading to an inappropriate response or alarm.