Katya tends to follow her older sisters around and imitate their behaviors. She often gets a lot of attention for doing so. Encouraged by this, she tends to imitate any new behavior (like learning dance moves, or playing a new game) that her sisters display, even if nobody notices her. Katya's behavior illustrates _____

A) ?shaped imitation
B) ?mimicry
C) ?behavioral contagion
D) ?generalized imitation


D

Psychology

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a. Correlation Coefficient Measure c. Sensation Seeking Scale b. Scientific Correspondence Scale d. Group Analysis Survey

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Cognitive learning refers to:

A. associating NS with UCS B. problem solving C. the role of stimulus recognition in classical conditioning D. learning that involves mental processes such as attention

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Stimuli that increase the frequency of behavior are referred to as

a. reinforcers. c. modifiers. b. extinguishers. d. none of these

Psychology

A professor is advising you regarding the design of an experiment for a thesis. She asks you what you think is the best way to eliminate unintended participant assignment. What is your well-reasoned, educated response?

a. counterbalancing b. equating c. operationalizing d. randomization

Psychology