Brain Functions That Depend on Particular, Variable Experiences and Therefore

question 3

Multiple Choice

Brain functions that depend on particular, variable experiences and therefore may or may not develop in a particular infant are called _____.

• A) experience-expectant
• B) transient exuberance
• C) experience-dependent
• D) pruning

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Definitions:

Phenomena

Observable events or occurrences that can be investigated scientifically.

Theory

A set of principles on which the practice of an activity is based or an explanation of the principles of phenomena.

Confirmation Bias

A cognitive bias that involves favoring information that confirms previously existing beliefs or biases.

Principle Of Falsifiability

The criterion for demarcating scientific from non-scientific statements; a theory must be testable and potentially able to be proven false.