Which of the Following Is True About Brain Activation in Response

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about brain activation in response to faces?

• A) Activation occurs primarily in the amygdala regardless of how long the face is presented.
• B) Instructing people to focus on the background color surrounding a face, rather than the face itself, results in faster processing of White faces.
• C) When greater activation occurs in the frontal cortex, it suggests people are trying to control their biased responding.
• D) Researchers have been unable to pinpoint the specific brain region where stereo- type activation occurs.

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Definitions:

Pragnanz

A principle from Gestalt psychology that suggests people will perceive and interpret ambiguous or complex images as the simplest form(s) possible.

False Alarm

An instance where a warning or signal is given for a danger or issue that does not actually exist.

Subliminal Perception

The process by which stimuli presented below the threshold of conscious awareness can influence thoughts, feelings, or actions, despite the individual being unaware of the stimuli.

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli over time, allowing organisms to focus on changes in their environment.