When Using the Computer as an Analogy to Explain the Relationship

question 30

Multiple Choice

When using the computer as an analogy to explain the relationship between cognition and the brain, the brain is described as the computer's _____ and cognition is described as its _____.

• A)hardware/software
• B)software/hardware
• C)hardware/hard drive
• D)software/random-access memory (RAM)

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Definitions:

Skinner Box

A controlled environment used in behavioral psychology for experimenting with animal behavior, particularly reinforcement and conditioning, named after B.F. Skinner.

Lever Pressing

A behavior often used in research where an animal, typically a rodent, is trained to press a lever to receive a reward or avoid a punishment.

Food Pellets

Small, compacted units of food commonly used for feeding animals, including pets and livestock.

Punishment

A process by which a consequence immediately follows a behavior, decreasing the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated.