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States of Consciousness
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Which of the following is the best analogy for how psychologists view consciousness?
(A) the on/off switch on a computer
(B) a circuit breaker that controls power to a house
(C) a fuse that allows electricity to pass through until a short circuit occurs
(D) a dimmer switch for a light fixture
(E) the ignition switch on a car
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(D) a dimmer switch for a light fixture
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Psychologists define consciousness as our level of awareness of ourselves and our
environment. A dimmer switch is the only analogy that implies a continuum from very dim to very bright with variations in between. Consciousness is not like an on/off switch as implied in the other choices.
environment. A dimmer switch is the only analogy that implies a continuum from very dim to very bright with variations in between. Consciousness is not like an on/off switch as implied in the other choices.
Posted : 03/02/2024 10:27 am