1-47. WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS IS NOT CONSISTENT WITH DESCA...

1.1-47. Which of the following statements is NOT consistent with Descartes' explanation of the

mind-body problem?

a.

The brain contains fluid-filled chambers.

b.

Nerves are filled with fluid and are under pressure.

c.

Muscles move the body.

d.

Electrical stimulation of a nerve evokes contraction of a detached muscle.

e.

The brain controls the body muscles.

Difficulty:

3

Question ID:

1.1-47

Page Ref:

12

Topic:

Biological Roots of Physiological Psychology

Skill:

Conceptual

Answer: d. Electrical stimulation of a nerve evokes contraction of a detached muscle.