As a Result of Synaptic Pruning

question 107

Multiple Choice

As a result of synaptic pruning,

• A) seldom-stimulated neurons lose their synapses.
• B) stimulated neurons reproduce themselves.
• C) overstimulated neurons lose their synapses.
• D) overstimulated neurons die.

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Definitions:

Generalization

In psychology, the process of responding similarly to stimuli that are similar but not identical to the original conditioned stimulus.

Discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Cognitive Processes

Mental actions or operations that include thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, decision-making, and memory.

Associative Learning

A learning process where a relationship is formed between two stimuli or between a stimulus and a behavior.