Powers Suggests That Higher-Order or Superordinate Systems

question 78

Multiple Choice

Powers suggests that higher-order or superordinate systems:

• A) provide reference values to feedback systems immediately below them on the hierarchy.
• B) physically act as behavioral output.
• C) control the movement of muscle groups.
• D) regulate input of perceptual information.

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