Which of the Following Terms Refers to the Collection of Neurons

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms refers to the collection of neurons in the forebrain that are involved in pleasure?

• A)hypothalamus
• B)amygdala
• C)nucleus acumens
• D)hippocampus

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Definitions:

Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory, where sensory information is stored for a very brief period.

Capacity

The maximum amount that something can contain or the ability to perform, understand, or absorb something.

Partial Report Method

A research technique used in cognitive psychology to study the capacity and duration of sensory memory by having subjects recall a subset of stimuli.

Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory, it allows individuals to retain impressions of sensory information after the original stimuli have ended.