Cognition refers to
Question and options
Cognition refers to
- the ability to recall past events
- the reflex to a condition
- the mental process of knowing, through perception and reasoning
- an inclination towards seeking recognition
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - the mental process of knowing, through perception and reasoning
Cognition is the mental process of knowing: acquiring knowledge and understanding through perception, thought and reasoning. Recalling past events is memory, a reflex is an involuntary response, and seeking recognition is a desire, not cognition.
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