The Fact That a Variety of Thoughts Come to Mind

question 40

Multiple Choice

The fact that a variety of thoughts come to mind even as you are engaged in the activity of taking this exam exemplifies psychologist William James's concept of:

• A) sea of ideas
• B) ports of call
• C) river of thoughts
• D) stream of consciousness

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Definitions:

Efferent Nerves

Nerves that carry signals away from the central nervous system to effectors such as muscles or glands, facilitating action and response.

Motor Nerves

Nerves that carry impulses away from the central nervous system to muscles, stimulating them to contract and produce movement.

Sensory Nerves

Nerves that transmit sensory information from the body to the central nervous system, informing about external and internal environments.

Opiate Drugs

Substances derived from the opium poppy that are used for their pain-relieving properties but may lead to addiction.