Recent Research Has Suggested That Mirror Neurons May Play a Role

question 263

Multiple Choice

Recent research has suggested that mirror neurons may play a role in all of the following EXCEPT

• A) acquisition of new motor skills.
• B) the imitation of others.
• C) the understanding of the intentions of others.
• D) complex mathematical calculations.

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