Chapter 9 Describes the Mirror System

question 49

Multiple Choice

Chapter 9 describes the mirror system. This system could be relevant in neurolinguistics because mirror neurons:

• A) are especially important when we want to produce language.
• B) may allow some access to languages other than English.
• C) may be especially active when we listen to speech in a noisy setting.
• D) illustrate a new strategy for assessing lateralization.

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