A Reflex Refers to

question 19

Multiple Choice

A reflex refers to

• A) decreasing responsiveness to repeated stimulation.
• B) the formation of attachments during a critical period in early life.
• C) an automatic response to sensory stimulation.
• D) biological growth processes that enable orderly changes in behavior.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

In behavioral psychology, a stimulus that naturally triggers a response without any need for prior learning.

Tone

The quality or character of sound or the attitude conveyed in speech or written text.

Air Puff

A technique often used in psychological experiments or eye exams, where a burst of air is directed towards the eye or skin to study reflexes or responses.

UCR

Uniform Crime Reporting; a statistical program designed to collect and analyze data on crime reported to law enforcement agencies in the United States.