The Process by Which Rods and Cones Become Less Sensitive

question 48

Multiple Choice

The process by which rods and cones become less sensitive to light is called ________.

• A) light adaptation
• B) squinting
• C) optic adaptation
• D) dark adaptation

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Definitions:

Reward

A stimulus or event that increases the likelihood of the behavior that led to it being repeated in the future.

Unconditioned Frustration Response

An innate emotional reaction to the blocking of a goal-directed behavior without prior conditioning.

Amsel

A reference to Abram Amsel, a psychologist known for his work on the frustration theory of learning.

Escape Behavior

An action taken to terminate an ongoing, unpleasant stimulus, effectively allowing an individual to avoid discomfort.