A Face with Average Features (Average Size Nose, Average Distance

question 183

Multiple Choice

A face with average features (average size nose, average distance between eyes, etc.) is generally perceived as __________, presumably because the face indicates __________.

• A) unattractive...low creativity
• B) average in attractiveness...similarity to other people
• C) highly attractive...good health
• D) highly attractive...sexual availability

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired: a response which is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after association with an unconditioned stimulus, comes to trigger a conditioned response.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers an unconditioned response without the need for prior learning.

Synaptic Pruning

A natural process of brain development in which extra neurons and synaptic connections are eliminated to increase the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.