Which of the Following,though Only in Its Infancy,may Be the Future

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following,though only in its infancy,may be the future standard for detecting dishonesty in police departments and courtrooms?

• A)Polygraph
• B)Brain fingerprinting
• C)"Pleasure machines"
• D)Mirror neuron modulators

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Definitions:

Synaptic Receptors

Protein molecules on the surface of neurons where neurotransmitters bind to transmit signals across synapses.

Active Ingredient

The component of a medication, herb, or concoction that is biologically or pharmacologically responsible for its effects.

Inhibitory Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters that decrease the probability of the neuron firing action potentials, thereby reducing neural activity.

Excitatory Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers in the nervous system that increase the likelihood that a neuron will fire an action potential.