A Neuron in the Visual Cortex Becomes Excited Whenever Light

question 48

Multiple Choice

A neuron in the visual cortex becomes excited whenever light of a particular shape (such as a line) falls on a particular part of the retina. That neuron is said to be a

• A) visual constancy.
• B) feature detector.
• C) ganglion cell.
• D) basilar membrane

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of goods demanded equals the quantity of goods supplied, leading to market balance.

Brings Together

Describes the act of gathering or assembling people, items, or ideas in one location or conceptual framework.

Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that suppliers are willing to produce and sell, holding other factors constant.

Demand

The desire for a particular good or service combined with the ability and willingness to pay for it.