According to the Discussion of Categories, the Basic Level of Reference

question 34

Multiple Choice

According to the discussion of categories, the basic level of reference has special status. This means that

• A) the basic level is more likely than other levels to show family resemblance.
• B) basic-level names are used more often and they are more informative than the superordinate-level names.
• C) the basic level is the most general label that can be supplied.
• D) basic-level names are prototypes, whereas superordinate- and subordinate-level names are not.

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Definitions:

Nourishing Wire Mother

A reference to a series of experiments in developmental psychology illustrating the importance of caregiving and attachment over mere nourishment.

Nonnourishing Cloth Mother

An experimental model used in psychology to demonstrate the importance of caregiving and attachment beyond just the provision of food.

Infant Monkeys

Young primates of the monkey family, often studied to understand developmental psychology, attachment, and social behaviors.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A syndrome characterized by significant social interaction and communication issues, along with narrow and repetitive behaviors and thoughts.