You Observe a Plant on Your Windowsill That Is Growing

question 77

Multiple Choice

You observe a plant on your windowsill that is growing at an angle toward the outside. This is an example of a living thing:

• A)maintaining homeostasis.
• B)responding to stimuli.
• C)reproducing.
• D)evolving.

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Definitions:

Field-Independent

A cognitive style where individuals tend to be more analytical, succeeding in tasks that require breaking down a larger picture into its component parts without being influenced by the context.

Embedded Figures

Involves finding a simple shape or figure hidden within a complex background, testing perceptual organization and the ability to distinguish foreground from background.

External Referents

Refers to objects, events, or entities outside of a person's mind that are referred to by linguistic expressions or symbols.

Reaction Time

The amount of time it takes for an individual to respond to a stimulus.