Which of the following statements accurately reflects the acceptance of the analogy of brain as machine?
A) It has always been accepted as a good analogy.
B) It is a good analogy for explaining motor functions, but does not reflect the idea of the mind.
C) It is a new and novel approach to understanding the brain.
D) The idea that our thoughts and feelings might be machinelike may be considered heretical both historically and contemporaneously by some people today.

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The analogy of brain as machine is a controversial topic as some people consider it heretical to compare the complex human mind to a machine. While it has been around for a while, it is not universally accepted and faces criticism from some quarters. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Which of the Following Statements Accurately Reflects the Acceptance of the Analogy