Rats That Received Unpredictable Electric Shocks in a Laboratory Experiment

question 5

Multiple Choice

Rats that received unpredictable electric shocks in a laboratory experiment subsequently became apprehensive when returned to that same laboratory setting. This best illustrates that anxiety may result from

• A) stimulus generalization.
• B) observational learning.
• C) reinforcement.
• D) classical conditioning.

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Definitions:

Psychotic Disorders

A category of mental health disorders characterized by a disconnection from reality, which may include symptoms like hallucinations and delusions.

Reality

The state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea of them; refers to the tangible, real-world environment.

Catatonic Schizophrenia

A subtype of schizophrenia marked by periods of immobility or stupor, as well as agitation, often accompanied by a disconnect from reality.

Passively

In a manner that involves acceptance or submission without active response or resistance.