Suppose That Several Cognitive Scientists Are Trying to Program a Computer

question 16

Multiple Choice

Suppose that several cognitive scientists are trying to program a computer so that it solves a particular problem in the same way a human does, taking into account that a human may make a few false starts before successfully solving the problem. This approach is called

• A) the neuroscience approach.
• B) behavioral modeling.
• C) the "Pure AI" approach.
• D) computer simulation.

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Definitions:

Allergies

A hypersensitive immune response to typically harmless substances in the environment, such as pollen, food, or dust, leading to symptoms like itching, swelling, and difficulties breathing.

Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the frontal lobes of the brain associated with decision making, social behavior, and personality.

Substantia Nigra

A region of the brain involved in movement control and reward; it plays a significant role in diseases such as Parkinson's.

Superior Colliculus

A region of the midbrain that plays an important role in visual and auditory reflexes as well as in directing the body's responses to stimuli.