A(n)____________ specifies what properties are most likely to be true of a category.

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A prototype is a mental image or best representation of a category. It is used to determine whether items are category members or not based on how closely they resemble the prototype. Prototypes are not exact matches but define a central tendency of the category, including specific features most commonly associated with the category.

A(n)____________ Specifies What Properties Are Most Likely to Be True