An Experiment in Which Mice Are Blindfolded for the First

question 131

Multiple Choice

An experiment in which mice are blindfolded for the first four days of their lives and then tested later for their maze-running ability is an example of a(n) _______ experiment.

• A) genetic
• B) gene knockout
• C) deprivation
• D) imprinting
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Sensory Overload

A condition in which one or more of the body's senses experiences over-stimulation from the environment, leading to feelings of overwhelmedness or inability to focus.

Perceptual Adaptation

The ability of the brain to adjust to changes in the sensory environment, allowing for maintained perception under different conditions.

Perceptual Overload

A condition resulting from the exposure to more information or stimuli than one can effectively process at one time.

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli over time.