In the Initial Salivary Reflex Studied by Pavlov, the Dogs

question 161

Multiple Choice

In the initial salivary reflex studied by Pavlov, the dogs salivated when food was placed in their mouths. This salivation was a(n) ________.

• A) unconditioned response
• B) unconditioned stimulus
• C) conditioned response
• D) conditioned stimulus

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Definitions:

Reinforced Behavior

Behavior that is strengthened and likely to be repeated due to the application of reinforcement.

Rewards

Benefits, physical or psychological, given in response to actions deemed desirable, which serve to reinforce those actions.

Aggressive Acts

Behaviors intended to cause harm or pain to others, often as a response to perceived threats or frustrations.

Learning And Performance

The acquisition of knowledge or skills and the application thereof in specific situations.