Determine Whether the Given Description Corresponds to an Observational Study

question 35

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the given description corresponds to an observational study or an experiment. A political pollster reports that his candidate has a 10% lead in the polls with 10% undecided.

• A) Experiment
• B) Observational study

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Definitions:

Olfactory Cortex

A region of the brain involved in the processing of smell information received from the olfactory receptors.

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells or nerve endings that respond to changes in the environment and send signals to the central nervous system.

Nasal Cavity

The large air-filled space behind the nose that filters, warms, and humidifies inhaled air.

Free Nerve Endings

Sensory receptors found throughout the body that detect stimuli related to temperature, pain, and touch, contributing to the sensation of feeling.