________ are fired when an animal performs an action or when the animal observes that same action being performed. For example, an infant will mimic the facial expressions of adults.
A) Mirror neurons
B) Statue neurons
C) Facial neurons
D) Observation neurons

Question

________ are fired when an animal performs an action or when the animal observes that same action being performed. For example, an infant will mimic the facial expressions of adults.
A)	Mirror neurons
B)	Statue neurons
C)	Facial neurons
D)	Observation neurons

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Mirror neurons are a type of neuron that fires both when an animal performs an action and when it observes the same action being performed. They are thought to play a role in empathy, imitation, and social learning. The example given of an infant mimicking the facial expressions of adults is a classic demonstration of mirror neuron activity.

________ Are Fired When an Animal Performs an Action or When