The Opposing Action of Two Drugs in Which One Decreases

question 20

Multiple Choice

The opposing action of two drugs in which one decreases or cancels out the effect of the other is called ______.

• A) placebo
• B) synergism
• C) potentiation
• D) antagonism

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Definitions:

Decreases

Refers to a reduction in quantity, size, rate, or level of something, often measured in various contexts such as economics, science, and health.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in operant conditioning where removing an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior's occurrence.

Punishment

A consequence applied to reduce or eliminate unwanted behavior, often discussed within the context of learning theory and behavior modification.

Variable-interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which the reinforcement of a response occurs at unpredictable time intervals, enhancing response consistency.