______________ Is the Process by Which Unused Synaptic Connections Are

question 45

Multiple Choice

______________ is the process by which unused synaptic connections are eliminated so that neural processing is streamlined.

• A) Neural reduction
• B) Pruning
• C) Redistribution
• D) Neural elimination

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Definitions:

Moved Upward

Refers to the action or process of moving higher in position or status.

Selective Attention

The process of focusing on a particular object or task while ignoring irrelevant information or stimuli.

Stimulus Array

A set or collection of stimuli presented to an individual in order to elicit responses or behaviors for study.

Mental Set

A habitual strategy or pattern of approach for understanding and solving problems.