A System Which Provides Arbitrary Symbols That Can Be Combined

question 159

Multiple Choice

A system which provides arbitrary symbols that can be combined in an infinite number of meaningful statements is a definition of:

• A)a mental set.
• B)language.
• C)the linguistic relativity hypothesis.
• D)an algorithm.

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Definitions:

Inferior Olivary Nucleus

A structure in the brainstem involved in motor control, providing input to the cerebellum and playing a role in the timing and coordination of movements.

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A small region of the brain in the hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms.

Peribrachial Area

Cholinergic nucleus in the dorsal brainstem having a role in R-sleep behaviors; projects to medial pontine reticular formation.

Microsleep

Brief sleep period lasting a second or so.