Each of the Following Is True of Plutchik's Theory of Emotions

question 39

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is true of Plutchik's theory of emotions except ________.

• A) it appears to apply equally well to people of all cultures
• B) each of the emotions he describes helps us to adjust to the environment in different ways
• C) emotions adjacent to each other on Plutchik's "circle" are more alike than emotions situated opposite each other
• D) different emotions can be combined to produce a wider range of emotional experiences

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Definitions:

Delayed Reinforcement

The presentation of a reward following a behavior after a significant period of time, which can impact the effectiveness of the reinforcement.

Classical Conditioning

A learning strategy that incorporates the frequent association of two stimuli, culminating in the first stimulus independently eliciting a response that was at first triggered by the second stimulus.

Delayed Reinforcement

A reinforcement method where a reward or punishment is not immediately given, influencing future behavior over a longer time period.

Law of Effect

A principle in psychology that states behaviors that produce satisfying effects are likely to be repeated, while those that produce unpleasant effects are less likely to be repeated.