VOICED : La prodigiosa mente del taxista

London's black taxis are iconic, not just for their appearance but for the exceptional skills of their drivers, who navigate the city without GPS. This ability has led scientists to study their brains, revealing that their work enhances the hippocampus, linked to spatial memory. The rigorous training, known as 'The Knowledge,' requires memorizing 25,000 streets and takes about three years to complete, with a high dropout rate. Successful drivers boast extraordinary spatial memory, though learning new routes becomes harder post-training.

What makes London taxi drivers stand out compared to other drivers?

• They use advanced GPS systems.

• They have an innate sense of direction.

• They rely on maps for navigation.

• They are trained to navigate without GPS.

Which part of the brain is notably developed in London taxi drivers due to their work?

• Occipital lobe

• Frontal lobe

• Hippocampus

• Cerebellum

What is the primary focus of the training known as 'The Knowledge' for London taxi drivers?

• Improving customer service skills

• Understanding traffic laws

• Memorizing street names and locations

• Learning to drive efficiently

How long does it typically take for an aspiring London taxi driver to complete their training?

• One year

• Two years

• Four years

• Three years

What percentage of aspiring taxi drivers do not complete 'The Knowledge' training?

• 10%

• 20%

• 40%

• 30%