Asked by Brittany Schrimsher on May 06, 2024
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A number of intrepid experimenters had themselves injected with drugs that caused a temporary paralysis of the eye muscles. Just as the so-called canceling-out theory would predict, whenever they tried to move their eyes, the world __________.
A) appeared to jump around
B) moved in a direction opposite to their attempted eye movements
C) stayed stationary
D) revolved in a counterclockwise fashion
Temporary Paralysis
A short-term loss of muscle function and sensation, often caused by trauma, neurological conditions, or specific medical procedures.
Eye Muscles
The muscles surrounding the eye that allow for its movement and help maintain the shape of the eye.
Canceling-out Theory
A hypothesis suggesting that effects in one direction are neutralized or mitigated by effects in an opposing direction.
- Describe the theory of canceling-out and its consequences for maintaining a consistent perception of reality.
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marion bascoMay 07, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
According to the canceling-out theory, when the eye muscles are temporarily paralyzed, any attempt to move the eyes would result in a sensation of the world jumping around. Therefore, option A is the best choice. Option B is incorrect because there is no evidence to suggest that the world moves in a direction opposite to attempted eye movements. Option C is incorrect because the canceling-out theory predicts that there would be a sensation of movement. Option D is incorrect because there is no evidence to suggest that the world would revolve in a counterclockwise fashion.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the theory of canceling-out and its consequences for maintaining a consistent perception of reality.