Because of Scarcity

question 145

Multiple Choice

Because of scarcity:

• A) resources are limitless.
• B) wants are limited.
• C) choices are unlimited.
• D) we face tradeoffs in nearly every choice we make.

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Definitions:

Higher-order Conditioning

A process in classical conditioning by which a conditioned stimulus is paired with a new neutral stimulus, creating a second (often weaker) conditioned response without directly conditioning the second stimulus to the unconditioned stimulus.

Spontaneous Recovery

The reemergence of a previously extinguished conditioned response after a period of no exposure to the conditioned stimulus.

Stimulus Discrimination

Stimulus Discrimination is the ability to differentiate between one stimulus and another, especially in the context of learning and behavior.

Spontaneous Recovery

The phenomenon where a learned behavior resurfaces after a period of non-exposure to the associated stimulus, demonstrating the persistence of memory over time.