According to the Conceptual Network Approach, We Learn That a Canary

question 20

Multiple Choice

According to the conceptual network approach, we learn that a canary is a kind of bird, which is a kind of animal. We also learn the distinctive characteristics of canaries, birds, and animals. What evidence supports this view?

• A) People deal with many categories that are not clearly defined, such as "shore birds."
• B) People answer fast when asked whether a canary is yellow and slowly when asked whether a canary has skin.
• C) People who answer (correctly) that a canary has skin are likely also to (incorrectly) that a canary has hair.
• D) People have trouble answering questions about kinds of birds that they have not personally seen.

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