In a Study by Moran and Desimone, the Firing Rate

question 64

Multiple Choice

In a study by Moran and Desimone, the firing rate of neurons in area V4 was highest when objects:

• A)appeared at the rewarded location.
• B)appeared at an unrewarded location.
• C)appeared anywhere on the screen.
• D)changed color anywhere on the screen.

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Definitions:

Hippocampus

A region of the brain involved in memory formation, organization, and retrieval, as well as spatial navigation.

Hypothalamus

A small region at the base of the brain responsible for controlling numerous bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, temperature regulation, and the release of various hormones.

Brain Complexity

The intricate structure and dynamic functions of the brain, encompassing vast networks of neurons and their connections.

Brainstem

The part of the brain connecting the spinal cord with the forebrain, responsible for controlling life-sustaining functions such as breathing and heart rate.