Given the Tenets of a Parallel Distributed Processing (PDP) Model

question 27

Multiple Choice

Given the tenets of a parallel distributed processing (PDP) model, the term "spreading activation" would refer to the fact that

• A) activation of one concept will lead other, connected concepts to be activated.
• B) thinking refers to a constant state of knowledge.
• C) thinking is a static system.
• D) nodes become weakened over time.

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