An Important Outcome of Sperry's Split-Brain Experiments Was

question 75

Multiple Choice

An important outcome of Sperry's split-brain experiments was

• A)an understanding of hemispheric specialization.
• B)a procedure for treating schizophrenia.
• C)insight into the relationships between the central and peripheral nervous systems.
• D)a technique for training enhanced creativity.

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Definitions:

Iron Cage

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Postmodern Culture

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Cultural Capital

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