Livesey and McLaren Conducted a Study Where They Observed a Peak

question 30

Multiple Choice

Livesey and McLaren conducted a study where they observed a peak shift in human subjects using multiple shades of green.Initially,subjects responded to the physical similarity of the stimulus.With additional training,they became aware of subtle differences of the stimuli and utilized a rule-based strategy.Livesey and McLaren believed respondents used ______ early in the testing and ______ later in the testing.

• A)cognitive processing; differential learning
• B)cognitive processing; associative learning
• C)associative learning; differential learning
• D)associative learning; cognitive processing

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Definitions:

Behavior Analysis

A scientific approach to understanding behavior and how it is affected by the environment.

Assertion Training

A type of psychotherapy aimed at increasing an individual's ability to express their feelings, needs, and rights directly and appropriately.

Therapist Control

The degree of influence or authority a therapist exercises over the therapy process and environment.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an aversive stimulus strengthens a behavior.