The reinforcement of successive approximations of a desired behavior is called ___________.

A. stimulus generalization
B. habituation
C. shaping
D. backward conditioning


C. shaping

Psychology

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The belief that thought and experience are determined by language is known as linguistic ________

a. objectivism b. determinism c. absolutism d. exclusivity

Psychology

A ________ is an integrated mental network of knowledge, beliefs, and expectations concerning a particular topic or aspect of the world

a. proposition b. cognitive heuristic c. cognitive schema d. prototype

Psychology

________ thinkers generally assume that a correct answer always exists to problems and can be obtained through the senses or from authorities

a. Prereflective b. Quasi-reflective c. Semi-reflective d. Reflective

Psychology

Perceptions of marital quality over the first 10 years of marriage tend to show a decline

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Psychology