Brain Imaging Studies Indicate That the Executive Functioning Underlying Working

question 20

Multiple Choice

Brain imaging studies indicate that the executive functioning underlying working memory is attributable to activity in the _____ lobe.

• A)frontal
• B)parietal
• C)temporal
• D)occipital

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Definitions:

Cognitive Biases

Systematic patterns of deviation from norm or rationality in judgment, causing illogical conclusions or decision making.

Heuristics

Simple, efficient rules or methods used to form judgments and make decisions, based on limited and often personal data, rather than exhaustive analysis.

Deliberative Processes

A method of collective decision-making in which participants engage in careful discussion and consideration of issues, options, and their implications before reaching a decision.