In a Classic Study of Zen Meditators, a Clicking Sound

question 8

Multiple Choice

In a classic study of Zen meditators, a clicking sound was periodically made while the participants meditated. What was the finding of this study?

• A) The meditators easily blocked out the sound.
• B) The meditators had difficulty blocking out the sound and were annoyed by it.
• C) The meditators experienced every clicking sound as a separate, new experience.
• D) There was no difference in how long-time meditators reacted to the sound compared to novice meditators.

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Definitions:

Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis

A muscle of the forearm that aids in extending and abducting the hand at the wrist joint.

Anconeus

A small muscle located at the elbow that assists in extending the arm and stabilizing the elbow joint.

Coracobrachialis

A muscle in the upper arm that assists in flexing and adducting the arm at the shoulder joint.

Levator Scapulae

A muscle in the shoulder region that functions to elevate the scapula (shoulder blade).