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soccerdreamer_17

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on: Jun 22, 2018
According to the reverse learning hypothesis, REM sleep enhances learning because it:
 
  a. Produces a consolidation of memories
  b. Weeds out erroneous neural connections
  c. Decreases non-REM sleep that is detrimental for learning
  d. Prevents the initial learning of irrelevant information

Question 2

If savantism is due to impaired functioning in some brain areas while other areas experience enhanced functioning, then it might be possible to produce a transient savant condition; has this ever been demonstrated and, if yes, how?
 
  a. No, it has not been demonstrated.
  b. Yes, it has, with short-acting anesthetics delivered to one hemisphere.
  c. Yes, it has, with unilateral electroconvulsive therapy.
  d. Yes, it has, with transcranial magnetic stimulation.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D


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