Which of the Following Has Been Used to Explain the Word-Superiority

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been used to explain the word-superiority effect?

• A) expected value
• B) Pinker's hypothesis
• C) Whorf's fallacy
• D) connectionist models

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Definitions:

Fraternal Birth-Order Effect

The observation that a man is more likely to be homosexual the more older brothers he has from the same mother.

Older Brothers

Typically refers to male siblings who are born before other children in a family, often associated with roles of protection, mentorship, and influence in the sibling relationship.

Prenatal Development

Prenatal development refers to the process of growth and development within the womb from conception to birth.

Homosexual Behavior

Sexual or romantic activities and attractions between individuals of the same sex or gender identity.