In evaluating retrieval rates for category information for a concept, collins and quillian's semantic network approach would predict the slowest reaction times for which of the following statements using a sentence verification technique?
a) a field sparrow is a bird
b) a field sparrow is a sparrow
c) a field sparrow is an animal
d) a field sparrow is a field sparrow

A field sparrow is an animal.

Explanation:

Collins and Quillian used this sentence because it was the simplest and easiest for the network to search, evaluate and rate for the system.

It is the easiest sentence because it has no repeated words, "A field sparrow is a bird" has no repeated word either, but "sparrow" and "bird" can be classified as the same, it's easier for the network to search "A field sparrow is an animal".

no questions on whether they are allowed that right