Which of the Following Is TRUE About the Presence of Irrelevant

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE about the presence of irrelevant information in middle childhood?

• A) Children are able to ignore irrelevant information
• B) Although still affected by irrelevant information,children in middle childhood are less affected than younger children
• C) Children do not show the ability to ignore irrelevant information until adolescence
• D) The majority of adults cannot ignore irrelevant information

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Definitions:

Motor Cortex

A region of the cerebral cortex involved in planning, controlling, and executing voluntary movements.

Somatosensory Cortex

A part of the brain that processes sensory input from various parts of the body.

Auditory Association Area

A region of the brain involved in processing and integrating auditory information, crucial for understanding spoken language.

Phineas Gage

A railroad construction foreman known for surviving a severe brain injury in the 19th century, which significantly changed his personality and behavior, contributing to the understanding of the brain's role in determining personality.