Gordon Bower Believed That

question 82

Multiple Choice

Gordon Bower believed that:

• A) learning is a gradual, incremental process.
• B) it is important to look at the average of learning scores.
• C) learning can be explained by a mathematical model.
• D) All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Paradoxical Sleep

Also known as REM sleep, a unique phase of sleep in mammals and birds, characterized by rapid eye movements, low muscle tone, and dreams.

Circadian Rhythm

The inherent, internal mechanism that controls the cycle of sleep and wakefulness, recurring approximately every 24 hours and affecting physiological, cognitive, and behavioral alterations.

Chronic Sleep Debt

The cumulative effect of not getting enough sleep on a regular basis, leading to significant physical and psychological health issues.

Weight Gain

The increase in body weight over a period, which can result from muscle mass gain, fat accumulation, or retention of excess fluid.