Identify the Correct Pathway by Which Auditory Information Flows to the Brain

question 68

Multiple Choice

Identify the correct pathway by which auditory information flows to the brain.

• A) auditory nerve -> superior olivary nuclei -> medial geniculate -> superior colliculus -> auditory cortex
• B) auditory nerve -> cochlear nuclei -> medial geniculate -> auditory cortex
• C) auditory nerve -> cochlear nuclei -> superior olivary nuclei -> inferior colliculus -> medial geniculate -> auditory cortex
• D) auditory nerve -> cochlear nuclei -> superior olivary nuclei -> medial geniculate -> auditory cortex
• E) auditory nerve -> cochlear nuclei -> superior colliculus -> lateral geniculate -> auditory cortex

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Definitions:

Eidetic Images

Extremely vivid and detailed images in one's mind that can be recalled with high precision; often referred to as 'photographic memory.'

Elaborative Rehearsals

A memory technique that involves thinking about the meaning of the term to be remembered, as opposed to rote repetition.

Eidetic Imagery

The ability to retain the image of a visual stimulus for several minutes after it has been removed from view and to use this retained image to answer questions about the visual stimulus.

Photographic Memory

The ability to recall images, sounds, or objects in great detail with near-perfect accuracy and clarity.