In a System Using Distributed Representations, Each Idea or Mental

question 13

Multiple Choice

In a system using distributed representations, each idea or mental content is represented by:

• A) a single node
• B) a group of nodes, so that the nodes are active only when the particular content is being contemplated
• C) a widespread pattern of activation involving many different nodes
• D) many different nodes, so that the content is brought to mind whenever any of the nodes are activated

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