Events That Occur Just Before a Response Are Called

question 39

Multiple Choice

Events that occur just before a response are called

• A)respondent stimuli.
• B)consequences.
• C)antecedents.
• D)prologues.

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Definitions:

Brainstem

The structure in the lower part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord, playing a vital role in controlling autonomic functions.

Cranial Nerves

Twelve pairs of nerves that emerge directly from the brain, not through the spinal cord, and affect areas such as the head and neck.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain at the back of the skull, which regulates movement, posture, and balance.

Traumatic Head Injury

Physical trauma to the head that can lead to various levels of brain injury, ranging from minor concussions to severe brain damage.