The Concept of Prototypes Suggests That

question 130

Multiple Choice

The concept of prototypes suggests that:

• A) all members of a category are at the same level in a mental space.
• B) people from different cultures use the same ways of categorizing objects.
• C) every category has a sharp dividing line that separates members of the category from nonmembers.
• D) people decide whether an item is a member of a category by comparing it to familiar or typical examples.

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Definitions:

Idiosyncratic

Pertaining to peculiar characteristics or behaviors specific to an individual or group.

Respirations

The process of inhaling and exhaling air in order to facilitate gas exchange with the internal environment, primarily by bringing in oxygen and flushing out carbon dioxide.

Morphine

A powerful opioid pain medication derived from opium, used to treat severe pain.

Nephrotoxic

Substances or drugs that are harmful to the kidneys, potentially causing damage or dysfunction.