Though not discussed in the textbook, it is an established phenomenon that we are particularly adept at recognizing faces. That is, we learn about them especially well. Which statement best characterizes this ability?
A) Learning about faces is simple because they are analogous and homologous.
B) Learning about faces is consistent with them being encapsulated and processed in a special module.
C) Learning about faces should be unprepared, and thus free from interference.
D) Learning about faces is likely an incremental, habit-based system.

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Learning about faces is consistent with the theory of modularity of mind, which suggests that the brain has specialized regions for processing certain types of information, such as faces, in a specialized and encapsulated manner.

Though Not Discussed in the Textbook, It Is an Established