McSweeney and Murphy Demonstrated That ______ Can Cause a Reward

question 51

Multiple Choice

McSweeney and Murphy demonstrated that ______ can cause a reward to increase its effectiveness.

• A)sensitization
• B)habituation
• C)opponent process
• D)behavioral contrast

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Definitions:

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, involved in the body's response to stress and regulation of metabolism.

Steroid Hormone

A type of hormone derived from cholesterol, including androgens, estrogens, glucocorticoids, and mineralocorticoids, that regulates various bodily functions.

Carbohydrate

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, serving as a major energy source for the body; includes sugars, starches, and fibers.

Protein

Large biomolecules, or macromolecules, consisting of one or more long chains of amino acid residues, vital for body structure and function.