The Organization of Neurons of the Visual Cortex into Columns

question 164

Multiple Choice

The organization of neurons of the visual cortex into columns with binocular cells at the borders of the columns allows for

• A) perception of color by binocular cells that each have a receptive field in the retina matching the stripes and columns in the visual cortex.
• B) binocular cells to interpret distance by measuring the disparity between the points at which the same stimulus falls on the two retinas.
• C) the optic chiasm to direct all visual input from each eye to the opposite hemisphere.
• D) individual retinal ganglion cells to have more than one receptive field due to a pattern of synapses between photoreceptors, horizontal cells, amacrine cells, and bipolar cells.
• E) an extensive field of vision.

Identify and explain various techniques and tactics of persuasion and compliance, such as the foot-in-the-door technique, the lowball technique, and the scarcity principle.

Recognize the importance of critical thinking and the role of ethics in resisting undue social influence and pressure.

Understand the psychological research related to social influence, including key studies by researchers like Milgram and Asch.

Identify the social and psychological factors that can lead to resistance or susceptibility to social pressure.

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