Suppose That Henry Is Recording the Firing Rate of a Simple

question 95

Multiple Choice

Suppose that Henry is recording the firing rate of a simple cell in the primary visual cortex that is specialized for the colour red. He presents you with squares that are red, pink, and blue. He should expect the firing rate of the cell to be ____________ for the red square, to be ____________ for the pink square, and ____________ for the blue square.

• A) high; high; baseline
• B) high; baseline; baseline
• C) high; moderate; baseline
• D) high; moderate; low

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Definitions:

Modus Ponens (MP)

A valid argument form in logic where, if 'P implies Q' is true and 'P' is true, then 'Q' must also be true.

Longitudinal

Relates to research or studies that observe the same subjects over a period of time, often years or decades, to track changes and developments.

Cross-sectional

A study design that analyzes data from a population, or a representative subset, at a specific point in time.

Clinical

Relating to the observation and treatment of actual patients rather than theoretical or laboratory studies.