An Allergy Attack Triggered by the Sight of Plastic Flowers

question 103

Multiple Choice

An allergy attack triggered by the sight of plastic flowers best illustrates the process of

• A) operant conditioning.
• B) observational learning.
• C) generalization.
• D) spontaneous recovery.

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Definitions:

Confounding Variables

Confounding variables are factors other than the independent variable that may cause or influence the outcome of a study, potentially leading to misleading conclusions.

Day Shift

The period during which work is carried out primarily during daylight hours, often considered as roughly from 8 am to 6 pm.

External Validity

The extent to which the results of a study can be generalized or applied to other settings, populations, or times.

Tuition Increases

The rise in the cost or fees associated with attending an educational institution, typically observed on an annual basis.