Darla Was Struggling to Solve a Difficult Problem, So She

question 121

Multiple Choice

Darla was struggling to solve a difficult problem, so she took a break to have lunch. As she ate, the solution to the problem suddenly occurred to her when she was not even consciously thinking about it. Darla experienced the _____ effect.

• A)transitional
• B)reevaluation
• C)incubation
• D)sublimation

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Definitions:

Optogenetics

A biological technique that uses light to control cells within living tissue, typically neurons, that have been genetically modified to express light-sensitive ion channels.

Animal Research

The use of animals in scientific studies to gain insights into biological processes and human diseases.

Area Postrema

The area postrema is a region in the brain that controls vomiting and is located in the medulla oblongata, forming part of the circumventricular organs.

Pituitary Gland

Endocrine gland attached to the bottom of the hypothalamus; its secretions control the activities of many other endocrine glands; associated with biological rhythms.