Simultaneously Analyzing Distinct Subunits of Information Received by Different Areas

question 157

Multiple Choice

Simultaneously analyzing distinct subunits of information received by different areas of the brain is known as

• A) transduction.
• B) sensory adaptation.
• C) parallel processing.
• D) feature detection.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcer

An aversive stimulus whose removal following a behavior increases the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future.

Positive Reinforcer

A prompt that, once introduced post-behavior, amplifies the chances of the behavior recurring.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that satisfies a basic physiological need and is inherently rewarding without the need for learning.

Conditioned Reinforcer

A previously neutral stimulus that, after becoming associated with an unconditioned stimulus, acquires the ability to produce a learned response.