A Property of Certain Cells in Visual Cortex Is That

question 17

Multiple Choice

A property of certain cells in visual cortex is that they respond only to a bar of light of a certain length. This property is called

• A) length constancy.
• B) edge detection.
• C) off-surround.
• D) response selectivity.
• E) end inhibition.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally triggers a reflexive response without prior learning.

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A fear of being in situations in which help might not be available or escape might be difficult or embarrassing.

Obsession

A persistent, intrusive, and unwanted thought, urge, or image that causes significant anxiety or distress.

Compulsion

An uncontrollable urge to perform an act repeatedly, often a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).