In a Variety of Paradigms,priming the Wrong Detector Leads to Slower

question 47

Multiple Choice

In a variety of paradigms,priming the wrong detector leads to slower responding,compared to neutral priming.That is,getting prepared for one target seems to hinder performance for other targets.What does this finding reveal about selective attention?

• A)Selective attention draws on a limited-capacity system.
• B)Selective attention seems to have unlimited capacity.
• C)Expectation-based priming is more effective than stimulus-based priming.
• D)The cost of priming is inevitable.

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station, processing and transmitting information between different parts of the brain.

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A small, almond-shaped cluster of nuclei located deep within the temporal lobe of the brain, involved in processing emotions such as fear, anger, and pleasure.

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