AP PSYCHOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR

STUDYING THE BRAIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What helps me be creative, see the big picture, and control my left hand? It’s definitely my
A
Left Hemisphere
B
Right hemisphere
C
Brain stem
D
Infinity stones
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -According to a popular view, creativity is a product of the brain’s right hemisphere–innovative people are considered “right-brain thinkers” while “left-brain thinkers” are thought to be analytical and logical.

Detailed explanation-2: -Not all functions of the hemispheres are shared. In general, the left hemisphere controls speech, comprehension, arithmetic, and writing. The right hemisphere controls creativity, spatial ability, artistic, and musical skills. The left hemisphere is dominant in hand use and language in about 92% of people.

Detailed explanation-3: -Our brains have two sides, or hemispheres. In most people, language skills are in the left side of the brain. The right side controls attention, memory, reasoning, and problem solving.

Detailed explanation-4: -Participating in a play, act, dance, or other performing art interpretation is a great way to get moving and focus on your right brain exploration. Concentrating on these acts allows you to shut off the logical thoughts and help stimulate creativity of the concept.

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