It Has Been Suggested That Mental Categories Have a Family-Resemblance

question 46

Multiple Choice

It has been suggested that mental categories have a family-resemblance structure,and usually don't have definitions.What is the basis for this claim?

• A)Categorization is usually a matter of degree,not an all-or-none process.
• B)Categories constantly add new members.
• C)Similarity is often subjective.
• D)A rigid definition is unlikely to be accepted by everyone.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A part of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, particularly fear and pleasure.

Hippocampus

A part of the brain involved in memory formation, organization, and storage, as well as spatial navigation.

Ponderosa Pine

A large species of pine tree native to western North America, known for its tall stature and distinctive bark.

Amnesia

A loss of memory due to brain injury, disease, or psychological trauma.