Bethany taught her dog to jump every time she raises her right hand. Later, the dog started jumping even if she raised her left hand. In this scenario, the dog's action of jumping as a response to a similar stimulus is due to a tendency called _____
A) generalization
B) general adaptation
C) spontaneous recovery
D) discrimination
A
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Shaping differs from simple reinforcement in that ____
a. ?shaping involves the reinforcement of different behaviors until an ultimate behavior is expressed b. ?shaping involves the reinforcement of the same behaviors until they are firmly established c. ?reinforcement takes longer to accomplish than shaping d. ?reinforcement involves only negative consequences and shaping involves only positive consequences
Martina emigrated from the Czech Republic to the U.S. and decided to rid herself completely of everything having to do with her former culture. Instead, she identifies fully with American culture. This illustrates:
A) assimilation. B) integration. C) marginality. D) separation.
What is the typical treatment for Parkinson's disease?
A. spinal acupuncture B. L-dopa, dopamine precursor C. capsaicin injections D. there is no effective treatment
Professor Smith is 70 years old. She is considering retirement, but has decided instead to move to Hawaii and teach one online class per semester. This is an example of which of the following?
A) Social retirement B) Practical retirement C) A bridge job D) A transitional job