Contrary to the Predictions of Hierarchical Models,Rips,Shoben,and Smith Have Found

question 35

Multiple Choice

Contrary to the predictions of hierarchical models,Rips,Shoben,and Smith have found that people can verify the statement "A pig is an animal" faster than ______.

• A)"A pig is a mammal"
• B)"A dog is an animal"
• C)"A pig is actually very clean"
• D)"A pig is a bird"

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Definitions:

Stress Decreases

Refers to the reduction in the force per unit area exerted on a material or structure.

Stress Consistently

implies the continuous application or presence of force on an object or material over a period of time.

Seismic Waves

Waves of energy that travel through the Earth's layers, produced by earthquakes or other earth movements, used to study the interior of the Earth.

Epicenter

The point on the Earth's surface that is directly above the focus of an earthquake, where the seismic waves are felt most strongly.