__________ is an operant-conditioning procedure in which successive approximations of a desired response are reinforced

a) Shaping
b) Spontaneous recovery
c) Stimulus generalization
d) Stimulus discrimination


ANS: A

Psychology

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The conclusion regarding the A variable is _________

a. retain H0; chance is a reasonable explanation b. reject H0; there is a significant main effect for variable A c. accept H0; variable A has no real effect d. reject H0; chance is a reasonable explanation

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In reviews of cross cultural research on Piaget's sensorimotor stage of development,

Dasen and Heron (1981) and Werner (1979) conclude that a. in many African cultures, children develop object permanence earlier than they do in most Western cultures. b. in many Western cultures, children develop object permanence earlier than they do in most African cultures. c. in many cultures, children do NOT experience a sensorimotor stage. d. in sensorimotor development, there are more similarities across cultures than there are differences.

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Human growth hormone production declines in young adulthood and beyond, the result of which includes the skin becoming looser, muscle mass declining, and wrinkles appearing around the eyes, forehead and neck

What is something that people with light skin can do to slow the progress of wrinkles? a. wash with mild soap b. avoid direct sunlight on their faces c. take large doses of Vitamin D d. use makeup

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