Which of the Following Statements Best Captures Historical Trends in the Cognitive

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best captures historical trends in the cognitive approach in psychology?

• A) In the 1970s, cognitive psychology emphasized the mind; today, it focuses mostly on behavior.
• B) In the 1970s, cognitive psychology emphasized the mind; today, it focuses mainly on the brain.
• C) In the 1970s, cognitive psychology emphasized the brain; today, it focuses on the mind along with the brain.
• D) In the 1970s, cognitive psychology emphasized the mind; today, it focuses on both the mind and the brain.

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