Following Extinction, If a Conditioned Stimulus Is Presented at a Later

question 214

Multiple Choice

Following extinction, if a conditioned stimulus is presented at a later time, it may again evoke a conditioned response. This phenomenon is referred to as

• A) spontaneous recovery.
• B) stimulus discrimination.
• C) blocking.
• D) stimulus generalization.

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Definitions:

Red Imported Fire Ants

An invasive species of ant known for its painful sting and aggressive behavior, scientifically named Solenopsis invicta.

Texas Horned Lizard

A species of lizard native to the southern United States, characterized by its distinctive horns and ability to squirt blood from its eyes as a defense mechanism.

Invasive Species

Non-native organisms that spread widely and cause harm to the environment, economy, or health in a new area.

Primary Succession

A new community becomes established in an area where there was previously no soil.