Which of the Following Statements Best Captures the Justification for Distinguishing

question 141

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best captures the justification for distinguishing between explicit and implicit memory?

• A) Explicit and implicit memory function differently, even though they have the same biological underpinnings.
• B) Though they function similarly, explicit and implicit memory have different biological bases.
• C) Not only do explicit and implicit memory function differently, they also have distinct biological bases.
• D) There is little justification for distinguishing between the two types of memory; psychologists are backing away from the distinction these days.

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Definitions:

Sense of Smell

A sensory function provided by the olfactory system, allowing individuals to perceive and differentiate odors.

Glial Cells

Supportive cells in the nervous system that play key roles in maintaining homeostasis, forming myelin, and providing support and protection for neurons.

Somatic Nervous System

Part of the peripheral nervous system responsible for voluntary control of body movements through the action of skeletal muscles.

Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemicals in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, playing key roles in various physiological and psychological functions.