After the successful extinction of your son's whining for a toy
while you are shopping, you go shopping several weeks later and he begins to whine for a toy as if he is "just checking to see if the rules have changed back." This situation illustrates
a. shaping.
b. spontaneous recovery.
c. stimulus generalization.
d. stimulus discrimination.
ANSWER: b
You might also like to view...
Adolescents often volunteer because it is
A) a way of winning the social approval of others. B) a reflection of their wish to truly help others, even at significant personal expense. C) an expression of their personal values and compassion. D) all of the above.
Common early words denote food, toys, and greetings
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Retirement can be overwhelming for adults because ______.
A. they are worried about their finances B. they have too many possibilities for how they will spend their time C. they will miss their coworkers and the routine of going to work D. they do not have as close of a relationship with others outside of their work
Which of these animals would demonstrate REM sleep?
A. Squirrels B. Snakes C. Frogs D. Insects