When Two Sharp Points Are Placed Against a Person's Skin,the

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Multiple Choice

When two sharp points are placed against a person's skin,the closer the two points are the more likely the person is to experience the sensation as only a single point.This research finding best demonstrates the psychological contribution of

• A) Rene Descartes.
• B) Johannes Muller.
• C) Herman von Helmholtz.
• D) Gustav Fechner.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development

The process of growth and change in intellectual capabilities, including thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, and understanding complex concepts.

Piaget

Refers to Jean Piaget, a Swiss developmental psychologist best known for his theory of cognitive development in children.

Sensorimotor Stage

The first of the four stages in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring from birth to about two years old, where infants learn about the world through their senses and motor activities.

Wernicke's Aphasia

A neurological disorder characterized by difficulty understanding spoken language and producing coherent speech, typically resulting from damage to Wernicke's area in the brain.