8. In line 15, the word "encroachment" refers to___
A. the popularity of some recent books
B. the overlap in the areas of research of scientists from different fields
C. the dominance of rational thought in our everyday lives
D. the similarity between ancient humans and modern humans
E. the intrusion of irrational thoughts into consciousness
9.Which of the following best describes the relationship between the statement in lines 7-8 ("To get an edge...your gut") and the statement in lines 22- -24 ("Trust them...within you")?___
A. The first represents a generalization about intuition, while the second represents a specific example of that general idea.
B. They represent two contrasting recommendations about intuition.
C. They reflect different stages of the author's evolving perspective on intuition.
D. They are both recommendations from people who value the power of intuition.
E. The first represents a medical opinion, while the second represents a popular misconception.
10.The sentence in lines 17- -22 ("The often inchoate.... modern humans") primarily describes___
A. how our minds rationalize rudimentary information
B. why humans value intuitive thinking
C. how scientists investigate psychological claims
D. what parts of the brain are involved in rational thought
E. the vast difference between our modern minds and the minds of our ancestors
11. Which of the following is the best example of a "heuristic" as it is described in Passage 1? ___
A. the rules of debate in a formal legislature
B. the system by which democratic societies choose leaders
C. the process of deciding quickly whether or not an approaching person is friendly
D. a procedure for solving complex algebraic equations
E. a therapeutic method for resolving personal conflicts
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