Indications for Selective Polishing Include the Presence of Which of the Following

question 15

Multiple Choice

Indications for selective polishing include the presence of which of the following?

• A) Slightly stained deposits of light supragingival calculus
• B) Darkening of the enamel from pulpal necrosis
• C) Light brown stain caused by cigarette smoking
• D) Brown stain from excess fluoride during tooth development

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Definitions:

Discriminative Stimulus

A cue that signals the availability of reinforcement or punishment following a specific behavior, influencing its occurrence.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli which become rewarding through their association with primary reinforcers, such as praise, tokens, or money.

Primary Reinforcers

Innate reinforcing stimuli that satisfy basic biological needs, such as food, water, and warmth.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that is inherently rewarding and fulfills a basic biological need or desire.