A Man Is Being Tested in a Cognitive Psychology Laboratory

question 40

Multiple Choice

A man is being tested in a cognitive psychology laboratory. If he has blindsight, he will

• A) say he cannot see an object, even though he often points in the correct direction.
• B) use parallel processing when serial processing is more appropriate.
• C) make more saccadic eye movements than regression movements.
• D) accurately report the color of the object, but not its shape.

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Definitions:

Socioeconomic Status

A classification of an individual or group's position within a societal hierarchy, based on factors like income, education, and occupation.

Caste System

The Caste System is a form of social stratification defined by hereditary status, often seen in India, where individuals' occupations and social connections are heavily influenced by their caste.

Social Mobility

The ability for individuals or groups to move within the social hierarchy, including upward and downward mobility, which reflects changes in wealth, occupation, education, or social status.

Closed System

A social system with very little opportunity to move from one class to another.