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Explain the process of synaptic transmission

Electrical impulses are sent through a neuron’s axon which are translated into chemical signals at the terminal button. Here, vesicles containing neurotransmitters are released which fuse with the outer m...

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Outline the structures and processes involved in synaptic transmission (6 marks)

Unlike within a neuron where signals are transmitted electrically , between two different neuron's signals are transmitted chemically, as the impulse travels across a synapse. Synaptic transmission involv...

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Calculate the mean and standard deviation from the following data

Time (Minutes) to complete an exam: 40, 38, 67, 84, 92, 43, 58, 57, 48, 50, 50, 74, 86Mean: (add up the scores = 787; then divide by the number of participants = 13)

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Define Normative Social Influence

Normative Social Influence is when one is influence by the people around them in an effort to be liked and accepted by them, which leads to conformity.

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Explain one faction which influences conformity.

Conformity is a type of social influence, prevalent in all societies to a certain degree. Adhering to social norms through behavioural and or cognitive adjustments stems from social pressure (Myers, 2009 ...

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