Some Categories Are Not Well Represented by an Exemplar

question 39

Multiple Choice

Some categories are not well represented by an exemplar.For instance,a "pharmaceutical sales rep" category likely does not evoke a specific person who best represents that category.However,an image is associated in one's mind with the category.This type of schema is known as a(n) _____.

• A) specimen
• B) prototype
• C) epitome
• D) stereotype
• E) archetype

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Definitions:

Endorphins

Endorphins are neurotransmitters produced by the brain that act as natural painkillers and mood enhancers, often released during stress and physical activity.

Stressor

Any stimulus or event that causes stress, challenging an individual's ability to cope and potentially leading to stress-related disorders.

Stress Reaction

The physical, mental, and emotional response to perceived threats or challenges.

Lymphocyte

A type of white blood cell that plays an essential role in the immune system, protecting the body from infection and disease.