When Voluntary Actions Become Automatic

question 9

Multiple Choice

When voluntary actions become automatic

• A) it occurs rapidly without practice
• B) executive control over them is improved
• C) neuroimaging studies reveal an increase in cortical activity
• D) subcortical regions of the brain may take over the control of routine action components

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